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Classic Pimento Cheese


  • Author: hamnetragmail-com
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A beloved Southern spread made with sharp cheddar cheese, sweet pimentos, and creamy mayonnaise.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 jar (4 oz) pimentos, drained and chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine grated cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, chopped pimentos, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl.
  2. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  3. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  5. Serve on crackers, as a sandwich filling, or as a dip with vegetables.

Notes

Feel free to add hot sauce or chopped pickles for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: pimento cheese, Southern spread, cheese dip, appetizer, comfort food