Description
This classic Old Fashioned Pimento Cheese is creamy, tangy, and full of flavor. Made with shredded cheddar, cream cheese, and zesty seasonings, it’s perfect as a spread, dip, or sandwich filling. Whether for a Southern-style appetizer or a delicious snack, this recipe never disappoints!
Ingredients
• 2.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 4 oz pimentos, drained
• ½ cup cream cheese, softened
• ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder with parsley
• ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Gather and measure out all ingredients to streamline the process.
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Shred the Cheddar Cheese:
- If not already shredded, shred the cheddar cheese.
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, cream cheese, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder with parsley, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and drained pimentos.
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Mix Well:
- Stir everything together until all ingredients are fully combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Serve or Store:
- Serve immediately as a spread, dip, or sandwich filling, or store in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
- You can adjust the seasoning to your taste by adding more or less salt and pepper.
- This pimento cheese can be made a day ahead for the flavors to meld even more.
- If you want a spicier version, consider adding a bit of hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 80kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg