Description
A creamy and flavorful pimento cheese spread that embodies Southern comfort and tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced pimentos, drained
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise in a mixing bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture and stir gently.
- Fold in the diced pimentos for even distribution.
- Sprinkle garlic powder and onion powder into the mixture and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for about an hour before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Serve immediately with crackers or bread.
Notes
For a richer taste, consider adding fresh herbs or adjusting the amount of mayonnaise for desired creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg