Our pimento cheese recipe is a classic combination of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, pimentos and a bit of mayo that’s perfect to serve as a spread for crackers and sandwiches.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1-3/4 cups
Category: Appetizers
Ingredients
6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 clove garlic, finely minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
Dash of hot sauce
1/4 cup chopped pimentos, well drained
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Add the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic, lemon juice, mayonnaise and hot sauce to a small mixing bowl and combine until creamy and well blended. Stir in the pimentos and season to taste with salt and pepper.
For best flavor, cover and let stand for at least 30 minutes. Leftover spread can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
