Best 6 Bacon Pimento Cheese Recipes
Bacon pimento cheese is a Southern delicacy that can be enjoyed as a dip, spread, or sandwich filling. This creamy, cheesy spread is made with shredded cheddar cheese, pimentos, mayonnaise, bacon, and spices. It is a versatile dish that can be used in a variety of ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy snack or a dish to serve at your next party, bacon pimento cheese is sure to be a hit. Read on to learn how to make this delicious spread at home.
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PIMENTO CHEESE & BACON BURGER
These sound awesome! A new way to cook burgers! Found in Cuisine-at-Home, Issue 63. Am placing here for safekeeping. Update 06/04/07 -- these burgers have been placed on the "homes' menu" as an A La Carte option. Am very happy!
Provided by Manami
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Process the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Cheddar and seasonings for the pimento cheese.
- Add pimentos; pulse to combine.
- Shape ground round or chuck into 8 (4 oz) portions on wax paper or parchment paper.
- Press each portion into a 4" patty using a fork, then season with salt and pepper.
- Top 4 patties with a slice of onion.
- Cover with remaining patties, seal edges with a fork, and season again.
- Grill burgers on an oiled grate for 4 minutes; flip and cook 2 minutes more.
- Spoon 1/4 cup pimento cheese on each burger; grill 2 minutes longer.
- Serve burgers on rolls that have been brushed with mayonnaise or Miracle Whip with bacon, lettuce and tomato.
PIMENTO (RED PEPPER) CHEESE-BACON BURGERS
Provided by Bobby Flay
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Combine Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise, salt, pepper and cayenne in large bowl with fork. Stir in cheese and roasted peppers. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Meanwhile, shape ground beef into 4 patties. Season, if desired, with salt and black pepper; set aside.
- 3. Grill or pan fry burgers, turning once, 8 minutes or until desired doneness. During last 30 seconds of cooking, evenly top each burger with cheese mixture, then cook covered until
- cheese melts slightly. Arrange burgers on buns, then evenly top with bacon.
PIMENTO CHEESE PATTY MELTS WITH BACON
Make and share this Pimento Cheese Patty Melts With Bacon recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chris Reynolds
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F Bake the bacon on a broiler pan until crisp, about 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, season the beef with salt and pepper. Mix in the worcestershire sauce, parsley, and onion. Form 4 large patties (thinner in the middle for even baking).
- In a skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the patties and grill, turning once, for about 8 minutes for medium-rare. Set aside.
- In a bowl, combine the cheddar, pimientos, cream cheese, mayo, hot sauce, paprika, and garlic until well mixed, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Reheat the skillet over medium heat. Butter 1 side of each slice of bread, place buttered side on work surface. Spread with cheese mixture. Top with slice with a burger, 2 pieces of bacon and another bread slice.
- Grill until golden and the cheese is melted.
GRILLED PIMENTO CHEESE & BACON WITH PEPPER JELLY
After one bite of this grilled cheese, it was all I thought about the rest of the afternoon. Pimento cheese is a favorite for this southern gal, and I love using it as a basis for a grilled cheese. It's so creamy and melts nicely. You get a bit more sweet and spicy from the pepper jelly. Bacon adds a smoky finish, and we all know...
Provided by Amy Freeze
Categories Sandwiches
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Butter one side of each slice of bread. Grill over medium heat until golden brown and crisp. Remove from heat.
- 2. Brush the opposite side with melted butter and spread pepper jelly on the grilled side of one slice.
- 3. Then, divide the pimento cheese in half and spread on the grilled side of each slice. Place the freshly buttered, ungrilled side of each slice on the griddle/frying pan. Allow to grill.
- 4. As cheese melts, the jelly side will get loose. Place 3 slices of crisp cooked bacon on the diagonal of one side.
- 5. Flip the other cheese side to cover the bacon.
- 6. Remove sandwich from the griddle/frying pan to a cutting board. Allow to rest for a minute. Cut sandwich on the opposite diagonal from the bacon. Serve with extra pepper jelly for dipping.
BACON PIMENTO CHEESE SAMMIE
This ooey gooey sammie is lick the plate delicious. The pimento cheese spread has cream cheese in it which isn't a traditional ingredient. It adds a hint of tang and helps with the melted cheese goodness. Pimento cheese had a hint of spice and the heat in this is just right. When melted, combined with the crisp bacon it's a...
Provided by Melissa Buchanan-Smith
Categories Sandwiches
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Add all pimento cheese ingredients to a bowl.
- 2. Mix all spread ingredients and chill. If you like spice, substitute Monterey with pepper jack.
- 3. Spread bread with a thin layer of mayo. Place on a skillet to toast.
- 4. Place a scoop of spread on bread.
- 5. Add cooked bacon.
- 6. Top with the second slice of bread. Enjoy!
GRILLED BACON & PIMENTO CHEESE SAMMIE
I know my mom, Linda Whitehead, isn't the first person to come up with this, but considering she likes to make homemade pimento cheese to go on it, I figure she has earned a spot in the family cookbook I'm creating. Mom, this one's for you.
Provided by Jennifer Jones
Categories Other Main Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Slather mayo onto the bread.
- 2. Top one of the slices with a generous helping of your favorite pimento cheese.
- 3. Top the pimento cheese with slices of fresh cooked bacon.
- 4. Top that with the other slice of bread, mayo side down.
- 5. Spread a little butter on both sides of the outside of the sandwich, and place in a skillet or on a griddle.
- 6. Flip the sandich halfway through the cooking process. Ensure both sides are cooked to your liking, and the ingredients inside are nice and hot.
- 7. Enjoy with a napkin and a smile.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients. Use fresh, good-quality cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and bacon. Avoid using pre-shredded cheese, as it often contains additives that can affect the taste and texture of the pimento cheese.
- Use a food processor or blender to chop the pimentos. This will ensure that they are finely chopped and evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
- Don't overmix the cheese mixture. Overmixing can make the cheese mixture tough and gritty. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the cheese mixture before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the cheese to set. You can make the cheese mixture up to 3 days in advance.
- Serve the pimento cheese with your favorite crackers, bread, or vegetables. It is also a great addition to sandwiches, burgers, and wraps.
Conclusion:
Bacon pimento cheese is a delicious and versatile spread that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is perfect for parties, potlucks, and game days. With its creamy, tangy, and smoky flavor, bacon pimento cheese is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer or snack, give bacon pimento cheese a try. You won't be disappointed!
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