Pimento Cheese Recipe Like Magnolia Restaurant in Charleston
Bring a taste of Charleston to your table with this vibrant Pimento Cheese Recipe inspired by the iconic Magnolia Restaurant. Perfectly creamy and bursting with bold flavors, this Southern classic combines tangy extra sharp cheddar, smooth cream cheese, and sweet, briny pimentos for an irresistible blend. A touch of Worcestershire sauce, warm paprika, and a kick of optional cayenne pepper elevate this spread to gourmet status. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish can be served with crackers, fresh vegetables, or slathered on sandwiches. Whether you're hosting a get-together or enhancing your everyday snacking, this authentic pimento cheese recipe is your go-to for Southern-style indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces jarred diced pimentos, drained
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Grate the extra sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
In another bowl, add the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the grated cheddar cheese, jarred diced pimentos, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper using a rubber spatula. Mix until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or cayenne for desired flavor.
Transfer the pimento cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, fresh vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1782 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.9 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.4 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 427 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 3112 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 64.6 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1772 mg | 136% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 340 mg | 7% | |
*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.
