Description
Pimento cheese is a creamy, tangy Southern classic that elevates any occasion with its delightful blend of sharp cheddar and sweet pimentos. This versatile spread transforms simple crackers into gourmet delights, serves as a flavorful dip for fresh veggies, or makes a delicious sandwich filling. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this recipe is bound to impress at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup jarred pimentos, drained and diced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Grate the sharp cheddar cheese and add it to the bowl with the softened cream cheese.
- Mix in mayonnaise, diced pimentos, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer to an airtight container and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers, veggies, or use as a sandwich filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximate 30g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg