SOUTHERN PIMENTO CHEESE

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This wonderful version of pimento cheese can be used for grilled cheese sandwiches, as a spread for crackers, or served alongside your favorite fried green tomatoes.

Provided by QUEENREYNEY

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

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento, drained
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, minced jalapeno, and pimento into the large bowl of a mixer. Beat at medium speed, with paddle if possible, until thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 44.2 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 229 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Ami TuHiN
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds for the pecans. It turned out great!


Ganzorig Sem
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This is the worst pimento cheese I've ever had. It's bland and flavorless.


MC Darlo
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pimento cheese turned out lumpy. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


TR Roni
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This pimento cheese is a bit too runny for my taste. I think I'll drain the pimentos next time.


Marian Mejia
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect addition to my party menu.


Albert Navarro
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This is the best pimento cheese I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


Rlc
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I love this pimento cheese! It's so creamy and cheesy. I can't get enough of it.


ImRan Bhutta
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This pimento cheese is the perfect party food. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Namwanje Nuuluh
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it turned out much better.


Gabriel Emmanghe
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This pimento cheese is a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less cayenne pepper next time.


Musa Kenchu
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I'm not a huge fan of pimento cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful. I couldn't stop eating it!


Sehrish me Sehrish
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This is my go-to pimento cheese recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love spreading it on crackers or using it as a dip for vegetables.


Tanya Cassel
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I made this pimento cheese for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the roasted red peppers, which gave it a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Margaret Moore
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This pimento cheese is the real deal! I've tried several recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's creamy, cheesy, and perfectly tangy. I love that it uses sharp cheddar cheese, which gives it a nice bite. I also appreciate that the recipe inclu