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Southern Pimento Cheese

This wonderful pimento cheese with jalapeño can be used to spice up grilled cheese sandwiches, as a spread for crackers, or served alongside your favorite fried green tomatoes.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: Not available

Total Time: 15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento, drained
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Steps

  1. Gather all ingredients.
  2. Place Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimento, minced jalapeño, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and onion powder in a large bowl.
  3. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  4. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  5. Enjoy!

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