Description
This Pimento Cheese is a delightful blend of creamy and tangy flavors. It’s made with extra sharp cheddar and cream cheese, perfect as a spread or snack for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- 4 ounces diced pimento (drained)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (or dash table salt)
- dash black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients.
- Use a hand mixer to blend until well mixed.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more cayenne, salt, or pepper if needed.
- Serve with crackers and vegetables.
Notes
Use a mix of different cheese for a varied flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Serve chilled for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg