Old Fashioned Pimento Cheese Recipe

old fashioned pimento cheese dip in bowl with crackers on the side.

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Old Fashioned Pimento Cheese Recipe

Old Fashioned Pimento Cheese is a Southern classic and is full of flavor. A creamy texture, cheesy goodnes, and just the right amount of kick. Great for spreading on crackers, making grilled pimento cheese sandwiches, or enjoying it as a dip.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Appetizer, dips, game day, happy hour, holiday appetizer, party food, Spread, tailgating

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 146kcal

Author: Sarah Jenkins

Ingredients

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (use freshly grated cheese if possible for best texture)
8 oz pimento peppers drained and chopped
½ cups mayonnaise (preferably Duke's Mayo)
1 tablespoon pickled jalapeno peppers
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Add all ingredients - cheese, pimento peppers, mayo, jalapenos, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, paprika, and salt and black pepper - to a large bowl.
Mix well to combine. (You can mix by hand with a spatula for a chunkier texture, or use a food processor to make it creamy.)
Serve as a dip with crackers, or use as a sandwich spread on Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwiches, on burgers, etc.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for one week.

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