Easy Pimento Cheese Recipes
Creamy, tangy pimento cheese you can mix in minutes. Perfect for crackers, sandwiches, or stuffed celery.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 4.5 oz cream cheese, softened room temperature
- 7 tbsp mayonnaise
- 3.5 oz diced pimentos, drained well drained
- 0.75 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.75 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.75 tsp lemon juice fresh if possible
- 0.33 tsp garlic powder
- 0.6 tsp onion powder
- 0.4 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp hot sauce to taste
- 0.4 tsp kosher salt to taste
- 0.3 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Shred the cheddar on the large holes of a box grater and set aside.
- Beat the softened cream cheese in a bowl until smooth and fluffy.
- Whisk in mayonnaise, Worcestershire, Dijon, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar and drained pimentos until evenly combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or hot sauce as needed.
- Cover and chill 20–30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Stir before serving.
Notes
Variation: Add a spoonful of minced pickled jalapeño for extra heat, or swap half the cheddar for pepper jack. Serving tip: Spread on toast, stuff into celery sticks, or melt into a grilled cheese. Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 5 days; stir before using.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Pimento Cheese Recipes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.