Homemade Pimento Cheese

'Tis the summer and hot days are upon us. I remember when I was younger that a trip to the fridge meant that I just may possibly find some yummy cold pimento cheese to spread on some bread for lunch on a hot summer day. To this day, when I see pimento cheese I think of those summers. I decided that it is time to post a pimento cheese recipe as the summer comes to a close. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! It is perfect on celery sticks, crackers, or maybe even a grilled cheese!

*You will notice that in this recipe I use only organic ingredients. You do not have to use organic ingredients this is just my personal choice.

You will need Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Cream Cheese, Mayonnaise, Cayenne Pepper, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Hot Sauce and of course some juicy Pimentos.

Grate the cheddar cheese and set aside. 

Whip the cream cheese until fluffy.

Add the mayo

and whip some more.

Add the cheese, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, hot sauce and pimentos to the mayo and cream cheese mixture. Mix it together very good!

Transfer the Pimento Cheese to a bowl, cover tightly and refrigerate for 2-4 hours to let the flavors meld.

Serve on so bread or anything you wish and ENJOY!!!!

INGREDIENTS;

16 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

2 ounces Mayonnaise 

4 ounces pimentos, diced or minced

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon hot sauce

DIRECTIONS

Finely grate the cheddar cheese and set aside. 

Whip the cream cheese until fluffy.

Add mayonnaise, and whip some more!

Add the remaining ingredients to the cheese and cream cheese mayo mixture.

Mix together very well. (with a mixer or by hand)

Transfer the Pimento Cheese to a bowl or storage container of your choice, cover tightly and refrigerate for 2-4 hours to let the flavors meld. 

Makes: 12 servings at 4 tablespoons per serving

****This recipe will keep in the fridge for a week.

****This recipe can not be frozen.

****You can substitute any cheese of your choice or add something spicy!

Nutrition Information Per Serving

Calories: 142

Carbs: 1

Fat: 13

Protein: 5

Sodium: 200

Sugar: 0