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Pimento Cheese

Easy Homemade Pimento Cheese Recipe for Delicious Snacks

This easy homemade Pimento Cheese offers creamy goodness with a Southern twist, perfect for snacking or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Mixture
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup pimentos, diced
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Box grater
  • Large bowl
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grate the sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater or food processor.
  2. In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
  3. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  4. Gently fold in the diced pimentos and grated cheddar cheese until evenly mixed.
  5. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. Serve with crackers or as a sandwich spread; garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 6gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize this Pimento Cheese by using different cheeses or adding your favorite herbs for a personal twist.

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