Pimento cheese is a Southern classic that is loved for its creamy texture and tangy flavour. Whether you’re enjoying it as a sandwich spread, dip, or topping, this versatile cheese spread is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make homemade Pimento Cheese that’s both easy and delicious.
Why You Need Our Recipe
- Homemade Pimento Cheese is healthier and more flavorful than store-bought versions.
- This recipe is incredibly easy to make and can be customised to your liking.
- Pimento cheese is versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes, from sandwiches to dips and beyond.
About Pimento Cheese
Pimento Cheese is a creamy and tangy cheese spread made with Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise and diced pimentos. It’s a popular Southern dish that’s often enjoyed as a sandwich filling or dip. But you can also use it in a variety of other ways.
Star Ingredient
Cheddar
The star ingredient in this recipe is the Cheddar cheese. We recommend using a complex aged Cheddar for the most flavour, but you can also experiment with other types of cheese, such as Colby or Monterrey Jack. Or even a combination of different cheeses.
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Prepping Tips
To make the creamiest Pimento Cheese, we recommend grating the cheese by hand instead of using pre-shredded cheese. We also recommend using high-quality mayonnaise, such as Duke’s or Hellmann’s, for the best flavour.
Complete Recipe Steps
1
In a large bowl, combine the freshly grated Cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise. Mix well until everything is fully combined and creamy.
2
Add the diced pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper to the bowl. Stir well until everything is evenly distributed.
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3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavours to meld together.
4
Serve chilled as a dip, spread, or sandwich filling.
How to Serve Pimento Cheese
Certainly, you can serve your cheese spread in a variety of ways, including as a dip for crackers or vegetables or as a sandwich spread. Moreover, this spread is a fantastic topping for burgers or hot dogs. And it is also delicious as a filling for stuffed celery or jalapeño peppers.
Recipe FAQs
There are some of the most frequently asked questions about this amazing dish.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can make this recipe up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Can I freeze Pimento Cheese?
While you could technically freeze this spread, we don’t recommend it as freezing can affect the texture and consistency of the cheese.
Printable Recipe Card
Pimento Cheese is a classic Southern dish that’s both easy to make and delicious. Whether you’re serving it as a dip, spread, or topping, this creamy and tangy cheese spread is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With this easy recipe, you can make your own homemade version that’s healthier and more flavourful than store-bought spreads.
Fast & Delicious Pimento Cheese
Ingredients
- 250 g Cheddar aged
- 125 g cream cheese softened
- 60 g mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp pimentos diced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the grated Cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise. Mix well until everything is fully combined and creamy.250 g Cheddar, 125 g cream cheese, 60 g mayonnaise
- Add the diced pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper to the bowl. Stir well until everything is evenly distributed.2 tbsp pimentos, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, salt, pepper
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavours to meld together.
- Serve chilled as a dip, spread, or sandwich filling.
Notes
- To make the creamiest pimento cheese, we recommend grating the cheese by hand instead of using pre-shredded cheese.
- We also recommend using high-quality mayonnaise, such as Duke's or Hellmann's, for the best flavour.
