Description
A creamy, tangy cheese spread perfect for sandwiches, dips, or crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 4 oz diced pimientos, drained
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and diced pimientos until evenly combined.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best texture.
- Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: pimiento cheese, Southern recipe, cheese spread, party appetizer