Pimento Cheese

Pimento Cheese

Sharp cheddar and tangy pimentos blend into a creamy Southern spread perfect for crackers or sandwiches.

Total 30 min Makes 16 oz Calories 180/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs

This classic Southern spread combines shredded sharp cheddar, diced pimentos, and mayonnaise into a creamy, tangy mixture with a little kick from cayenne and black pepper. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it ideal for sandwiches, burgers, or as a dip with crackers and celery. Chilling briefly lets the flavors meld before serving.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 4 ounces diced pimentos, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • salt, to taste

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise together until smooth and well combined.

  2. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, drained pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and black pepper to the bowl.

  3. Stir everything together until evenly combined, mashing slightly for a creamier texture if desired. Season with salt to taste.

  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

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    Pimento Cheese

    This classic Southern spread combines shredded sharp cheddar, diced pimentos, and mayonnaise into a creamy, tangy mixture with a little kick from cayenne and black pepper. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it ideal for sandwiches, burgers, or as a dip with crackers and celery. Chilling briefly lets the flavors meld before serving.

    30 min 16 oz 180 cal

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
    • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
    • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
    • 4 ounces diced pimentos, drained
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • salt, to taste

    Method

    1. 1

      In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise together until smooth and well combined.

    2. 2

      Add the shredded cheddar cheese, drained pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and black pepper to the bowl.

    3. 3

      Stir everything together until evenly combined, mashing slightly for a creamier texture if desired. Season with salt to taste.

    4. 4

      Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.