Pimiento Cheese
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly savory, this homemade Pimiento Cheese is a Southern classic that's as versatile as it is delicious. Made with sharp cheddar cheese, velvety cream cheese, and zesty jarred pimientos, this recipe is seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of optional cayenne for an extra kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an effortless yet crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect as a dip for crackers and veggies or as a decadent sandwich spread. Whether you're hosting a party or whipping up a quick snack, this rich and flavorful pimiento cheese is guaranteed to steal the spotlight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces jarred diced pimientos, drained
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Grate the sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater or food processor, and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Mix thoroughly with a hand mixer or spoon until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, drained diced pimientos, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Mix everything together until fully combined. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
Transfer the pimiento cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a dip with crackers, vegetables, or as a sandwich spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 238.3 g | 306% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.0 g | 520% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 611 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 4102 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 71.9 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1877 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 358 mg | 8% | |
*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.
