Description
Southern Pimento Cheese is a creamy, savory spread made with sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and sweet pimentos. It’s a classic Southern favorite perfect for sandwiches, crackers, 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
- Shred cheddar cheeses and set aside.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in mayonnaise until creamy.
- Fold in shredded cheeses and drained pimentos.
- Stir in cayenne and black pepper.
- Add salt to taste.
- Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Always shred cheese fresh for best texture.
- Drain pimentos thoroughly to avoid watery spread.
- Adjust mayonnaise for desired creaminess.
- Let rest before serving for fuller flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chilling Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Southern