Pimento Cheese
- Stephanie Hamley
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
This homemade Southern Pimento Cheese, based on my family recipe, is perfect as a spread, dip, or sandwich filling. It's a timeless favorite at Southern gatherings and homes!
Learn how to make homemade pimento cheese that tastes much better than store-bought versions. This easy recipe is quick to prepare.
I am sharing my simple method for creating delicious pimento cheese right in your own kitchen. Making pimento cheese from scratch allows you to control the ingredients and avoid the additives found in mass-produced tubs.
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Pantry Items
Pepper Jack Cheese – you can use sharp cheddar or white cheddar if you don't want the spice
Colby Jack Cheese - this pairs well with any cheese you choose!
Cream cheese – soften so it mixes well – Tip: place unopened package in warm water for 15 minutes to warm quickly.
Pimentos – Diced
Salt and Pepper – Use kosher salt (see note in recipe regarding salt)
Onion Powder
Garlic Powder
Seasoned Salt - totally optional but gives it a good blend of flavors
Celery Seed or Celery Salt - either will be great...I tend to use celery salt
Mayonnaise – Optional but delicious
Equipment
Cheese Grater
Cutting Board
Knife
Recipe Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
8 oz pepper jack cheese, grated
8 oz Colby jack cheese, grated
¼ cup pimentos, drained and diced
½ cup mayo
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp seasoned salt (optional)
½ tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp celery salt (or celery seed)
How to make it
Instructions
Cream together pepper jack, Colby jack cheese with the softened cream cheese until well combined.
Add in mayo and stir.
Stir in pimentos and salt and pepper and additional spices.
If you prefer your pimento cheese to be a bit thinner for spreading, add in additional mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, or liquid from the diced pimentos to preference.
Notes
Use pimento cheese as a dip with vegetables, crackers or pretzels or as a spread for sandwiches, burgers, chicken and more!
Make-Ahead Instructions: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Optional Ingredients: for extra spice add diced jalapenos, cayenne pepper or hot sauce to your preference.
Watch me Make it Here
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