Southern Pimento Cheese

This wonderful version of pimento cheese can be used for grilled cheese sandwiches, as a spread for crackers, or served alongside your favorite fried green tomatoes.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 208 Calories

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
• ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (Optional)
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (Optional)
• 1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento, drained

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, minced jalapeno, and pimento into the large bowl of a mixer. Beat at medium speed, with paddle if possible, until thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.