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Easy homemade pimento cheese is a staple recipe for our house. I make a big batch on the weekend to enjoy on sandwiches or as a dip for a snack during the week. I was buying tubs of it at the store before realizing how easy it is to make at home! It's such a great condiment to have handy.

How do you make this recipe?

Start by grating a block of your favorite cheddar cheese. Drain a jar of pimentos to get out the extra liquid. Toss the grated cheddar cheese, a block of softened cream cheese, some mayonnaise, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper in a mixer (or mix by hand!).

How long does pimento cheese last?

This pimento cheese recipe will last in the fridge for about a week. Feel free to cut the recipe in half if you don't think you can eat it all before it expires.

My favorite snack is a scoop of pimento cheese on toast. You could even add a sliced boiled egg on top for some extra protein. I also enjoy dipping bell peppers, carrots or celery in this spread for a lower card option.

This is a base recipe and you could certainly add more vegetables to the dip itself. A jalapeno would add a nice spice to it or you could add bacon on top. Feel free to make it your own!

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Easy Homemade Pimento Cheese


  • Author: Leanna Myers
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 16 1x
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Description

Easy homemade pimento cheese is a staple recipe. Make a big batch to enjoy on sandwiches or as a dip for a snack during the week.


Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 oz) block sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
  • 4 oz jar pimentos, drained
  • 1 green onion, sliced
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar

Instructions

Mix all the ingredients in a bowl. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to seven days.

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Notes

Optional add-ins:

  • 1 jalapeno, diced
  • 1/2 cup broccoli, chopped very fine
  • bacon, chopped
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: One Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: pimento cheese, snack recipe, party food

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