Description
This Pimento Cheese Spread is a classic Southern appetizer that’s creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Made with sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack cheese, diced pimentos, and a blend of spices, it’s perfect served chilled as a dip, on crackers, or as a sandwich filling. Easy to prepare with no cooking required, it’s a delicious party favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Other Ingredients
- 1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Combine cheeses: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses thoroughly to form the base of the spread.
- Add remaining ingredients: To the bowl, add the drained diced pimentos, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper if using, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well until evenly blended into a creamy mixture.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the spread into an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve the pimento cheese spread with crackers, bread, or use it as a flavorful sandwich filling. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, pulse the spread briefly in a food processor.
- To add heat, include finely diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
