Irresistible Pimento Cheese Spread Recipe for Parties
A creamy, tangy, slightly spicy Southern classic that turns any gathering into a celebration. Perfect as a dip, sandwich filling, or topping for burgers and baked potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup diced jarred pimentos, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Optional: 1 jalapeño, diced
- Optional: 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
- Optional: 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Shred the cheddar cheese and soften the cream cheese.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and mix well.
- Drain the jar of pimentos and stir them into the mixture.
- Add hot sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix in optional ingredients like smoked paprika, jalapeños, green onions, or Worcestershire sauce if desired.
- Stir everything until fully combined. For a smoother spread, transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until desired texture is achieved.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, fresh veggies, or as a sandwich filling.
Notes
[‘Use freshly shredded cheese for better texture and flavor.’, ‘Chill the spread for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.’, ‘Adjust spice level by adding more hot sauce or jalapeños.’, ‘Taste as you go and adjust seasoning for balance.’, ‘Make a double batch for parties as it disappears quickly.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 13
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 5
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