Description
A classic Southern-style Old-Fashioned Pimento Cheese spread featuring sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and diced pimentos combined with savory seasonings. Perfect as a snack, sandwich filling, or party appetizer, this creamy and flavorful cheese spread comes together quickly with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced pimentos, drained
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Cream Cheese and Mayonnaise: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese, drained diced pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, and the optional cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and evenly distributed.
- Season to Taste: Taste the mixture and season with salt and pepper as desired, adjusting the flavors to your preference.
- Chill the Spread: Transfer the pimento cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld and enhances the overall taste.
- Serve: Serve the pimento cheese chilled or at room temperature, accompanied by crackers, bread, or use it as a tasty sandwich filling.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the heat level or omit it entirely for a milder spread.
- For a smoother texture, pulse the mixture briefly in a food processor before chilling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Serve with assorted crackers, toasted baguette slices, or vegetable sticks for a versatile appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern American
