Whistle Stop Cafe Pimento Cheese
Bring Southern charm to your table with this Whistle Stop Cafe Pimento Cheese recipe—the perfect blend of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors with a touch of nostalgic flair. Featuring sharp cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and a hint of heat from optional cayenne pepper, this beloved spread gets its signature touch from diced, juicy pimentos. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s as simple to make as it is delicious. Whether served as a crowd-pleasing cracker spread, a sandwich filler, or a veggie dip, this classic pimento cheese embodies comfort food at its finest. Refrigerate to let the flavors meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature for a versatile dish that’s sure to impress. Perfect for parties, game days, or anytime you crave a taste of Southern hospitality!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 4 ounces Pimentos (diced, drained)
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Grate the sharp cheddar cheese using the large holes of a box grater to ensure a good texture for the spread. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the diced pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the cream cheese and mayo mixture. Stir until well combined.
Fold in the grated sharp cheddar cheese with a spatula to incorporate it into the mixture. Be gentle to maintain the cheese's texture.
Transfer the pimento cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a sandwich filling, cracker spread, or vegetable dip. Enjoy your Whistle Stop Cafe Pimento Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.9 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.3 g | 401% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 3179 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 64.5 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1760 mg | 135% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 316 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.
