Pimiento Cheese
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Chill time1 hour hr
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3 cups
Calories:
- 16 oz cheddar cheese, freshly grated (see notes)
- 8 oz package of cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup pimientos, diced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Using a hand mixer (or stand mixer), cream the cheese, cream cheese, and mayonnaise together until completely combined.
Add the pimientos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper and stir until combined.
Refrigerate, covered, for about an hour before serving.
Notes: Two notes about the cheese:
- I used 8 oz of mild cheddar and 8 oz of sharp cheddar
- I think that it's important to freshly shred/grate your own cheese versus using the pre-shredded bagged stuff. It tastes better, has a better texture, and is cheaper!
Serving: 0 | Carbohydrates: 0g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 0mg | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 0mg | Iron: 0mg