Description
A creamy, tangy Southern classic that brings family together, perfect for gatherings or a simple snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 4 oz jar diced pimentos (drained)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold the mayonnaise into the cheese mixture until creamy.
- Stir in the drained diced pimentos.
- Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, and optional cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
For the best flavor, use freshly shredded cheese and allow the pimento cheese to sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg