Homemade Pimento Cheese Recipe
A creamy, tangy Southern classic made with sharp cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and diced pimentos. Ready in 15 minutes and perfect for crackers, sandwiches, or baked dips.
Ingredients
Main
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded (about 12 ounces)
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup diced pimentos drained
- 2 tbsp finely chopped green onion
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- smoked paprika crumbled bacon, or chopped pecans, optional
Instructions
- Shred the sharp cheddar cheese if needed. Freshly shredded gives the best texture.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with mayonnaise until smooth using a fork or handheld mixer.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Gently fold in shredded cheddar, drained pimentos, and chopped green onion until evenly combined. For a smoother spread, pulse briefly in a food processor.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve with crackers, toasted bread, or use in sandwiches.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, use a food processor but pulse gently to avoid turning it into a paste.
- Adjust cayenne to control the heat; start small and add more if needed.
- Baked pimento cheese is delicious: top with extra cheddar and broil until bubbly.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgSugar: 1g
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