Description
Learn how to make delicious Homemade Pimento Cheese with this easy recipe. Creamy and flavorful, this cheddar cheese spread is perfect for snacking or entertaining.
Ingredients
Sharp Cheddar Cheese:
2 cups freshly grated
Mayonnaise:
1/2 cup
Diced Pimentos:
4 oz jar, drained
Cream Cheese:
2 oz, softened
Garlic Powder:
1/4 teaspoon
Onion Powder:
1/4 teaspoon
Cayenne Pepper (optional):
1/4 teaspoon
Salt and Pepper:
to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, drained pimentos, and softened cream cheese until creamy.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature with crackers, toast, or veggies.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend in a food processor.
- Try using white cheddar or adding jalapeños for a spicy variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
