Description
This classic Southern Pimento Cheese is made with extra-sharp cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and chopped pimentos for a creamy, tangy spread. Perfect for sandwiches, dips, and entertaining.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 (4-ounce) jar chopped pimentos, drained
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in mayonnaise, cayenne, black pepper, and salt.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheeses.
- Stir in drained pimentos until evenly distributed.
- Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easy mixing.
- Drain pimentos thoroughly to avoid excess moisture.
- Adjust cayenne for desired spice level.
- Let chill to allow flavors to develop fully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Southern