Easy Pimento Cheese
Whip up a southern classic in just 10 minutes with this Easy Pimento Cheese recipe, the perfect creamy and tangy spread for any occasion. Featuring sharp cheddar cheese, silky cream cheese, a hint of garlic and onion powder, and the subtle kick of smoked paprika, this homemade pimento cheese is bursting with bold flavors. Jarred diced pimentos add a signature sweetness, while mayonnaise ties it all together into a luscious, spreadable texture. Whether served with crackers, as a sandwich filling, or dolloped atop your favorite burger, this versatile recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to prepare and even easier to enjoy. Make it ahead of time and let the flavors meld for the ultimate cheesy delight! Keywords: Easy Pimento Cheese, homemade spread, cheddar cheese, appetizers, southern recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces jarred diced pimentos, drained
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
Grate 2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater or food processor and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cheddar cheese to the bowl and mix until well incorporated.
Fold in the jarred diced pimentos, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Transfer the pimento cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a spread for crackers, bread, or vegetables, or use it as a filling for sandwiches or burgers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.8 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.1 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 485 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 3136 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 64.4 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1762 mg | 136% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 286 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
