Best 10 Macon Pimento Cheese Spread Recipes

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Are you tired of the same old dips and spreads at your parties and gatherings? Do you want to impress your friends and family with a unique and delicious appetizer? Macon pimento cheese spread is the answer! This Southern classic combines the creamy richness of pimento cheese with the smoky flavor of bacon, creating a spread that is both decadent and addictive. Whether you serve it as a dip with crackers or vegetables, or use it as a sandwich spread, macon pimento cheese spread is sure to be a hit at your next event.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHERN MACARONI AND PIMIENTO CHEESE



Southern Macaroni and Pimiento Cheese image

Pimiento cheese livens up this tasty macaroni and cheese recipe. The blend of cheddar cheese, mayo, cream cheese, and pimientos is very Southern.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Main Course     Pasta     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound elbow macaroni
1 tbsp. salt (and more to taste)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
4 ounces cream cheese
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos* (drained)
1 teaspoon onion powder (or 2 teaspoons grated onion)
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup French fried onions (crumbled)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 F (180 C/Gas 4). Butter a 2 1/2- to 3-quart baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of about 4 quarts of water to a boil over high heat. Add about 1 tablespoon of salt to the water. Add the macaroni, reduce the heat to medium, and continue boiling until al dente** following package directions. Drain the macaroni well.
  • In a bowl combine the mayonnaise, cream cheese, shredded cheese, drained pimientos, and grated onion. Mix the ingredients together until thoroughly blended. Taste and add salt and freshly ground black pepper, as needed. Add the hot drained macaroni and mix until well blended.
  • Spoon the macaroni and pimiento cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the French fried onions over the casserole.
  • Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the macaroni and cheese mixture is hot and bubbling around the edges and the topping is lightly browned and crispy.
  • Serve with a simple tossed green salad or fresh sliced tomatoes, or serve it along with a holiday meal or Sunday dinner. *Diced pimientos come in small jars, and they're located in the vegetable section of most supermarkets. If you can't find pimientos or need to substitute, use roasted red bell peppers. To roast red bell pepper or fresh red pimiento peppers, place them on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake them in a preheated 500 F oven for about 30 minutes, turning frequently until all sides are charred. Remove the pan to a rack and cover with foil. Let stand for about 30 minutes. Quarter the peppers, remove stems, peels, and seeds. Chop the peeled peppers or slice into strips. Refrigerate roasted red peppers in oil for up to 2 weeks. **Al Dente: From the Italian, it means literally, "to the tooth." In the case of pasta, it means cooking it until it is still somewhat firm, or firm to the bite. You Might Also Like Macaroni and Cheese Croquettes Simple Macaroni and Cheese Jalapeno Macaroni and Cheese Sloppy Joe Macaroni and Cheese

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 1598 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 42 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

PIMIENTO CHEESE DIP



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups freshly grated sharp Cheddar
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
4 ounces diced pimientos, drained
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
Crackers and assorted crudités, for serving

Steps:

  • Add the Cheddar, cream cheese, pimientos, mayonnaise, onion powder, cayenne, garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a large mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer to beat the mixture until it is well combined and fluffy, about 1 minute. Salt to taste.
  • Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with the chives. Serve with crackers and assorted crudités.

MACON PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD



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Macon, GA seems to be a culinary delight for pimento cheese. I found this recipe in The Taste of Tunnel Hill cookbook and did some research on-line. While I found various versions of pimento cheese recipes I did not find this one. It really intrigued me because of the chopped boiled eggs. Freshly ground pepper can be added if you desire but that wasn't included in the recipe.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces mild cheddar cheese, grated
4 ounces pimentos, chopped fine
5 small sweet pickles, finely diced
2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and finely diced
2 tablespoons sweet pickle juice
1/2 tablespoon sugar
salt, to taste
6 tablespoons mayonnaise (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place prepared ingredients in a bowl of food processor and mix until thoroughly combined. Serve on bread as a sandwich or with fresh vegetables as a dip.

SPICY PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD



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Pimento cheese spread definitely qualifies as comfort food. Mine is an update with ingredients like good sharp Cheddar, pickled jalapeños, and Sriracha. This recipe is inspired by the pimento cheese from a Brooklyn cheese shop that I love called Stinky (what a great name!).

Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
3/4 cup good mayonnaise, such as Hellmann's
1 1/2 teaspoons granulated onion (not onion powder)
2 large garlic cloves, grated (see Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon whole celery seed
Kosher salt
3/4 cup canned pickled jalapeño peppers, drained and chopped
1/2 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (3 to 4 scallions)
1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers, drained (4 ounces)
4 cups grated sharp white Cheddar, such as 2-year aged Grafton (10 ounces)
1 tablespoon Sriracha
Ritz crackers, corn chips, and/or crudités, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, garlic, celery seed, and 1/2 teaspoon salt with a wooden spoon. Add the jalapeños, scallions, red peppers, Cheddar, and Sriracha and combine well. Taste for seasonings and serve with crackers, corn chips, and/or crudités.

PIMENTO MAC AND CHEESE



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This recipe combines two classic Southern dishes to create something special: Pimento cheese, a spread for sandwiches, crackers and vegetables, meets mac and cheese for a peppery and spicier version of the traditional baked casserole. The core ingredients of pimento cheese - sharp yellow Cheddar, pimento peppers and cream cheese - cook into a sauce that's creamier and tangier than the usual purely cheese base.

Provided by Vallery Lomas

Categories     dinner, casseroles, main course, side dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound macaroni elbows
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeño, minced (seeded if desired for mild heat)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
4 cups whole milk
12 ounces sharp yellow Cheddar cheese, grated (3 cups)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 (2-ounce) jars sliced pimentos, drained (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water and drain again.
  • Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the panko and cook, stirring often, until golden and toasted, 3 to 5 minutes. Immediately remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • Melt remaining 8 tablespoons butter in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic and jalapeño and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add flour and paprika, stir well, and cook until vegetables are coated, about 1 minute.
  • While whisking, carefully stream in the milk until smooth and incorporated. Bring to a simmer while continuing to whisk. Simmer, whisking often, until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat to low and add the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese and pimentos, and stir until the cheese is completely melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add cooked pasta and stir to coat. Transfer to the baking dish and spread evenly. Evenly sprinkle the toasted panko on top. Bake until golden and bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then serve.

PIMIENTO AND CHEESE SPREAD



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This pimiento and cheese spread is a spicy, modern version of my mother's delicious recipe. Serve it stuffed in celery or spread on crackers or a sandwich. -Elizabeth Hester, Elizabethtown, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese
8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, undrained
Assorted crackers and vegetables

Steps:

  • Shred cheese; transfer to a large bowl. Add cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne; beat on low speed until blended. Drain pimientos, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Stir in pimientos and reserved juice. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD



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A zippy spread-in-a-jar that is good with crackers, for stuffing celery, or as a spread in finger sandwiches.

Provided by Tara Laine Hoffman

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (4 ounce) jar chopped pimento peppers
1 pound shredded Cheddar cheese
1 large onion, grated
1 pinch garlic powder
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mash the pimentos using a fork. Mix in cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and mayonnaise. Season to taste with garlic powder and black pepper. Spoon mixture into a container large enough to hold the pimento spread, and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 91.3 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

MAMA'S QUIK AND SIMPLE PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD



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Mama did not always feel like cooking right away; here was a little snack to hold us over. Easy to do, with few ingredients already in your fridge and cabinets. Best served with Ritz® crackers, but you can spread on your favorite slice of bread and make a sandwich, if you prefer. Refrigerate when finished.

Provided by Nikita L. Morrow-Farmer

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ pounds American cheese, shredded
2 cups mayonnaise
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimientos
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Stir shredded cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, and sugar together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 80.7 mg, Fat 56.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 1265.5 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

SOUTHERN PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD



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A classic southern comfort food, this spread is used as an appetizer with crackers, corn chips or celery. It is also smeared between two slices of white bread for sandwiches and as a topping for hamburgers and hot dogs. -Eileen Balmer, South Bend, Indiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained and finely chopped
1/3 cup mayonnaise
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Combine cheese, pimientos and mayonnaise. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD (MY MOM'S RECIPE)



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This is a delicious Pimento Cheese Spread, that my mom has made since I was a kid. You can serve it with crackers, or do what we all do and eat it as a sandwich.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 1 bowl of spread

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb box Velveeta cheese
1 -2 jar pimiento
2 tablespoons salad dressing (I use Miracle Whip)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar

Steps:

  • Grind or mash Velveeta and pimiento.
  • Add other ingredients and mix well.
  • Serve with crackers or as my family does-- spread on bread as a sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1510.6, Fat 101.6, SaturatedFat 65.4, Cholesterol 376.6, Sodium 6951, Carbohydrate 73.9, Sugar 64.4, Protein 74.4

Tips

  • For a creamier spread, use a food processor to blend the ingredients until smooth.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the ingredients together with a fork or potato masher.
  • Be sure to use a good quality cheddar cheese for the best flavor.
  • You can also add other ingredients to your pimento cheese spread, such as bacon, ham, or chopped pecans.
  • Serve your pimento cheese spread with crackers, vegetables, or bread.

Conclusion

Pimento cheese spread is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's perfect for parties, picnics, or potlucks. And it's also a great way to use up leftover cheese. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer or snack, give pimento cheese spread a try. You won't be disappointed.

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