Perfect Pimento Cheese
Creamy, tangy, and packed with bold flavor, this Perfect Pimento Cheese recipe is a Southern classic that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Featuring sharp cheddar cheese, silky cream cheese, and a kick of smoked paprika and optional hot sauce, this irresistible spread is studded with vibrant jarred pimentos for a pop of color and sweetness. Garlic powder and onion powder round out the savory notes, while a quick chill in the refrigerator enhances its rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ideal as a dip for crackers and fresh veggies or as a sandwich filling, this versatile pimento cheese is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Make it your go-to recipe for game days, picnics, and parties!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces jarred diced pimentos, drained
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Grate the sharp cheddar cheese using a coarse grater for the best texture.
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Add the grated sharp cheddar cheese and diced pimentos to the bowl. Mix gently to combine.
Step 4
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce, if using. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Step 5
Transfer the pimento cheese to a serving dish or airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Serve cold or at room temperature as a spread for crackers, bread, or vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (583.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2205.8 |
| Total Fat 198.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 80.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 486.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3299.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 48.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.2g | |
| Protein 64.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1762.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 278.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories