Pimento Cheese
Description
The South's own peanut butter — sharp cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimentos, a pinch of cayenne, and onion powder stirred together into a spreadable cheese that belongs on crackers, white bread, celery sticks, or a spoon. Make it the day before — it gets better overnight.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Shred sharp cheddar cheese.
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Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
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Add mayonnaise and mix until combined.
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Stir in shredded cheddar, drained pimentos, cayenne, and onion powder.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Overnight is better.
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Serve with crackers, celery sticks, white bread, or use as a burger topping.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 145kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13g20%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Cholesterol 30mg10%
- Sodium 210mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 5g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Shred the cheddar from a block rather than using pre-shredded cheese — it melts and blends into the spread far more smoothly.
Make the day before for the best flavor. The spread softens and the flavors meld beautifully overnight.
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