Pimento Cheese Recipe
2 standard portions
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 1 Β½ cups extra sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ΒΌ cup mayonnaise
- Β½ cup jarred pimento (finely diced (approximately 4 ounces drained weight))
- ΒΌ teaspoon onion powder
- ΒΌ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)
Method
- In a large bowl, add the cream cheese and mayonnaise. Using a spatula or a hand mixer on low speed, mix until well combined.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar and finely diced pimento until evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle the onion powder and garlic powder into the cheese mixture. Season with salt, black pepper, and if you prefer a kick, add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to taste. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Store your pimento cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld together. It can be served as a spread on crackers, as a filling in sandwiches, or as a dip with vegetables like celery sticks, carrots, and bell peppers.