5.0 from 9 votes
Pimento Cheese
This Pimento Cheese recipe is a delightful blend of rich cheddar, creamy cream cheese, and sweet pimentos, creating a spread that's perfect for any occasion. It's incredibly easy to make, with just a few simple ingredients and steps. The result is a versatile and delicious spread that's ideal for crackers, sandwiches, or as a dip for veggies.
Prep Time
10 mins
Chill Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 265 kcal
Course:
Appetizer , Brunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces jarred pimentos drained and finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Beat until smooth and well-combined.
- Fold in the grated cheddar cheese and chopped pimentos. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- For best flavor, cover the pimento cheese spread and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. This step is optional but allows the flavors to meld together.
- Serve your pimento cheese spread with crackers, on sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables.
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Notes
- Cheese Choice: Using a good quality cheddar cheese will enhance the flavor of the pimento cheese. Opt for medium or sharp cheddar for a richer taste.
- Spice Level: Feel free to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve chilled as a spread on crackers, bread, or use as a dip for fresh vegetables. It also works great as a filling for sandwiches or as a topper for burgers.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Stir well before serving if it's been sitting for a few days.
- Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use freshly grated cheese and freshly chopped pimentos, if available. Pre-shredded cheese and jarred pimentos are convenient, but fresh ingredients are best.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
265kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
25g
(38%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
7g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
49mg
(16%)
Sodium
321mg
(13%)
Potassium
75mg
(2%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
886IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
15mg
(17%)
Calcium
217mg
(22%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 265
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 265kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 321mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 75mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 886IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 217mg | 22% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.