Pimento Cheese Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this irresistible Pimento Cheese Sandwich—a Southern classic that’s bursting with bold flavors and creamy richness. Featuring a velvety blend of sharp cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and tangy pimentos, this recipe brings together a perfect balance of spice with garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and freshly cracked black pepper. The sandwiches are grilled to golden perfection, with buttery, crispy bread encasing the creamy spread, making them a comforting yet indulgent treat. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and ideal for four servings, this sandwich is perfect for a cozy lunch or casual dinner. Whether you’re a fan of traditional Southern cuisine or just love cheesy, toasted goodness, this delightful creation is sure to become your new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Pimentos, drained and chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 pieces Bread slices
- 2 tablespoons Butter, softened
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Use a fork or an electric mixer to blend them until smooth.
Add mayonnaise to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
Gently fold in the chopped pimentos.
Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Spread about 1/4 cup of the pimento cheese mixture onto one slice of bread, then top with another slice to form a sandwich.
Repeat with the remaining bread slices and cheese spread to make a total of four sandwiches.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly butter the outside of each sandwich on both sides.
Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is slightly melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, cut them in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.7 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.8 g | 479% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 545 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 4110 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.8 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g | ||
| Protein | 87.0 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2032 mg | 156% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
