This extra creamy, tangy, and cheesy pimento cheese is a southern staple. Mixture of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and mayo.
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The first time I recipe tested this pimento cheese, I thought why have I been buying this? Homemade is so much better and oh so easy to make.
Grab a scoop right out of the deli container. Make a classic pimento cheese sandwich, serve with crackers, or use in recipes like this pimento cheese sausage balls.
Check out these deli-style salads recipes- Chicken, Tuna, Seafood, and Egg Salad.
Ingredients
Cheese- Sharp yellow cheddar and cream cheese.
Mayonnaise - Choose your favorite mayo brand like Hellman’s, Best Foods, Duke’s, or Kraft.
Pimento Peppers- Jarred and diced.
Onion- Fresh white onion, finely grated.
Spices- Onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper.
Tips & Techniques
Use high quality sharp yellow cheddar cheese block and finely grate it. This makes the perfect texture and blends in really well.
Make sure the cream cheese is really soft, prevents lumps when mixing.
Drain the jarred pimentos, less liquid the better.
Use a stand mixer with the paddle attachment for easy mixing.
Classic Pimento Cheese Sandwich
The most classic pimento cheese sandwich is so simple to make. Soft sliced white bread and smooth pimento cheese, cut in half.
Remove the crust, cut into small pieces and you have the perfect tea sandwiches. For parties, bridal, and bay showers.
Storage
Homemade pimento cheese should be stored in a deli container or airtight container for up a week in the refrigerator.
How To Make Pimento Cheese Step By Step
1. Prep the cheddar cheese, using the small side of a boxed or hand grater. You want small shreds.
2. To a large mixing bowl add mayo and cream cheese. Mix well until nice and smooth.
3. Add in grated onion, onion and garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and pimento peppers. Mix well.
4. Fold in finely shredded cheddar cheese in 3 parts. Use a hand mixer for much easier mixing. It should be well combined.
5. Place mixture into a deli container or airtight container. It can be served right away or I prefer to chill one hour.
6. Serve on with crackers, vegetable or on bread. Enjoy.
Homemade Pimento Cheese
Equipment
- Boxed or Hand Grater
- Mixing Bowl
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring Tools
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 1 8oz Yellow Cheddar Cheese, finely shredded
- ⅓ cup Mayo
- 4oz block Cream Cheese, softened
- 4oz jar Pimento Peppers, diced and drained
- ¼ small Onion, finely grated
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Onion Powder
- Pinch Cayenne Pepper
Instructions
- Prep the cheddar cheese, using the small side of a boxed or hand grater. You want small shreds.
- To a large mixing bowl add mayo and cream cheese. Mix well until nice and smooth.
- Add in grated onion, onion and garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and pimento peppers. Mix well.
- Fold in finely shredded cheddar cheese in 3 parts. Use a hand mixer for much easier mixing. It should be well combined.
- Place mixture into a deli container or airtight container. It can be served right away or I prefer to chill one hour.
- Serve on with crackers, vegetable or on bread. Enjoy.
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