Paula Deen Pimento Cheese
A comforting and delightful Southern classic, this Pimento Cheese offers a creamy texture with sharp cheddar and tangy pimentos, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 4 oz jar diced pimentos (drained)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese in a mixing bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise and mix until well blended.
- Stir in the diced pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
Serve with crackers, veggies, or use as a spread in sandwiches. This dip gets better as it chills, so consider making it a day in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Find it online: https://www.glutenfreez.com/pimento-cheese/