Southern Pimento Cheese (Print-Friendly Version)
A thick Southern spread with sharp cheddar, pimentos, and tasty spices.
# Ingredients List:
→ Dairy and Cheese
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113 g cream cheese, softened
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227 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded finely
→ Veggies
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113 g drained pimentos
→ Spices and Condiments
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120 ml mayo
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp pepper mix
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1 tsp paprika
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1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
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1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (if you want)
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
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Make sure cream cheese is soft. Drain pimentos and shred the cheddar finely.
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Put the cream cheese, cheddar, pimentos, and mayo in a bowl. Stir it up until it's smooth.
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Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper mix, cayenne, and Old Bay if you like.
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Keep mixing everything till it's creamy and mixed good.
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Pop it in the fridge so the flavors come together. Best served cold. Keeps well for about a week.
# Helpful Hints:
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For a super smooth spread, quickly put the mix in a food processor.
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Change the cayenne amount if you want it spicier or milder.
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Goes great with celery, crackers, or slapped in a sandwich.