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Pimento Cheese Recipe

This classic Southern Pimento Cheese is sure to be the hit of your next party.  To take it over the top, serve in little steamed red potatoes.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Southern
Keyword homemade pimento cheese, how to make pimento cheese, pimento cheese dip, pimento cheese spread, what is pimento cheese
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 16 servings
Calories 226kcal
Author Beth Pierce

Ingredients

  • 1 box 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayo preferably Duke's
  • 1 cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon mirin optional
  • 1 4 ounce jar diced pimentos drained
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a stand mixer, using a paddle attachment, beat cream cheese and mayo until smooth and creamy.  Add the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and mirin (optional); beat just until blended. Stir in pimentos.  Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate until 30 minutes prior to serving.

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Notes

  • For optimal texture and flavor, use an electric mixer or spoon to combine. A food processor is not recommended, as you want the spread to retain most of its texture.
  • You can substitute roasted red pepper for the pimentos.
  • Use real mayo for this recipe. Dukes is by far my favorite.
  • Store this spread in the refrigerator. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. 

Nutrition

Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 383mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 174IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 170mg | Iron: 1mg