Easy Pimento Cheese Recipe: Creamy & Delicious Spread
This Easy Pimento Cheese Recipe is a creamy, tangy Southern favorite that’s perfect as a spread, dip, or sandwich filling. With sharp cheddar, mayo, and pimentos, it’s a versatile and flavorful treat that takes just 5 minutes to prepare.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dip, Spread
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 jar (4 oz) pimentos, drained and chopped
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for a little heat)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, chopped pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Stir everything together until fully combined and creamy.
- For the best flavor, refrigerate the pimento cheese for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve on toast, crackers, as a dip, or as a filling for sandwiches.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
This spread is best served chilled and does not need to be reheated.
For a spicier version, increase the cayenne pepper or add chopped jalapeños.
For a lighter version, use reduced-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
