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Southern Pimento Cheese
Creamy, cheesy, and full of Southern charm, this pimento cheese spread is quick to make and perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or game-day dips—just like Grandma used to serve.
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Servings: 8 (2 cups)
Calories: 331kcal
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese hand grated
- 1 ½ cups Velveeta processed cheese hand grated
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 small clove garlic minced
- 1 green onion finely minced
- 1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimentos drained
- ½ cup mayonnaise regular, not sweet
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
Mix the Pimento Cheese
- Place all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, 1 ½ cups Velveeta processed cheese, 4 ounces cream cheese, 1 small clove garlic, 1 green onion, 1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimentos, ½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Stir thoroughly until well combined and the mixture is evenly blended.
- For a smoother texture, you can mash slightly with the back of a spoon or use a food processor to pulse into the consistency you desire.
Store for Later
- Transfer the pimento cheese to an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Notes
- Avoid pre-shredded cheeses as they have anti-caking ingredients that will alter the texture and flavor of this recipe.
- Cheddar cheese: Swap in a smoked cheddar for a twist.
- Velveeta: Substitute with American cheese or another processed melting cheese if needed.
- Cayenne pepper: For less heat, omit or use paprika instead.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Not recommended for freezing, as the mayo and cheese may separate when thawed, affecting texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 976mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 892IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 421mg | Iron: 0.2mg
*Nutrition information is automatically calculated based on ingredient data and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient options are provided, the first listed is used for calculation. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not included in the nutrition analysis.