Southern Pimento Cheese

Pimento cheese is jazzed up with jalapeño and cayenne pepper for a creamy spreadable cheese that's delicious on crackers, as a dip, or in sandwiches.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 208 Calories

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento, drained
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon onion powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimento, minced jalapeño, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and onion powder in a large bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.