Homemade Pimento Cheese
This extra creamy, tangy, and cheesy pimento cheese is a southern staple. Mixture of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and mayo. Served on a sandwich or crackers.
Servings: 6
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.