Don Meredith's Pimento Cheese
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly cheesy, Don Meredith's Pimento Cheese is a Southern classic elevated with a punch of bold flavors. Featuring sharp cheddar cheese, velvety cream cheese, and a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, this easy-to-make spread is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of diced pimentos. Infused with garlic and onion powder for savory depth, it comes together in just 15 minutes and is best enjoyed after a quick chill to let the flavors meld. Perfect as a dip for crackers, a topping for burgers, or a filling for sandwiches, this versatile recipe is a must-have for your next gathering. Whether you're hosting game day or looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, Don Meredith's Pimento Cheese is creamy comfort food at its finest.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 4 ounces Diced pimentos (drained)
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Grate the sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater or food processor and transfer it to a mixing bowl.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, soften the cream cheese at room temperature for about 10 minutes or microwave it for 10-15 seconds until it is easily spreadable.
Step 3
Add the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise to the grated cheddar cheese, and mix thoroughly using a spatula or hand mixer.
Step 4
Fold in the diced pimentos, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 5
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Step 6
Refrigerate the pimento cheese for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve chilled as a spread for crackers, sandwiches, or celery sticks. Enjoy your flavorful Don Meredith's Pimento Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (580.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2203.4 |
| Total Fat 198.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 79.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 475.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3756.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 48.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.4g | |
| Protein 64.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1760.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 272.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories