Homemade Pimento Cheese
Homemade Pimento Cheese Recipe - A true Southern delicacy! I wasn't really sure about this cheese spread at first. Let me tell you...this stuff is addictive.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temp or softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried mustard
- 4 oz pimentos, drained and diced
Instructions
- 1. With an electric mixer, mix the cheddar cheese and cream cheese and mayonnaise together. Mix well for about 1-2 minutes.2. Add in the garlic powder, paprika, onion powder and dry mustard. Stir everything together.
3. Mix in the pimentos until blended well. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours before serving.
Notes
- This is a yummy dip - feel free to kick up the spice a bit by adding more to your liking. Add a ¼ tsp cayenne pepper for a bit of a kick!
- While it is originally a dip, it is also amazing to add to burgers or sandwiches!