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Pimento Cheese Recipe


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  • Author: Recipes Tasteful
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Pimento Cheese Recipe is a delicious blend of creamy cheeses and zesty spices, perfect as a spread or dip for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups freshly grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1” cubes and softened at room temperature
  • 4 ounces pimento peppers, well drained and chopped if in strips
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (Duke’s is traditional, but Sir Kensington’s also works well)
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (adjust or omit if sensitive to spice)
  • ½ medium jalapeño pepper, ribs and seeds removed, minced (about 1 tablespoon; omit if sensitive to spice)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl (or the bowl of a stand mixer), combine the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, pimento peppers, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, jalapeño (if using), and a few twists of black pepper.
  • Beat the mixture together with a hand mixer, stand mixer, or by hand using a sturdy wooden spoon or spatula. Mix until everything is thoroughly combined.
  • Taste your pimento cheese and adjust the seasonings if needed. Add more black pepper for a peppery bite or a little salt for added depth. For extra heat, add a pinch more cayenne and blend again.
  • Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Serve your pimento cheese immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. If chilled, let it sit for about 30 minutes at room temperature to soften before serving.

Notes

Using freshly grated Cheddar adds a nice texture, and room-temperature cream cheese makes mixing easier!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg