Name: Jim C's All-Time Favorite Pimento Cheese Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup pimentos, drained and finely chopped; 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce; Salt and pepper to taste

Make Jim C's all-time favorite pimento cheese recipe at home with this easy and delicious recipe. Loaded with sharp cheddar cheese, pimentos, and a blend of flavorful spices, this homemade pimento cheese is perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or as a dip. It's a classic Southern comfort food that will quickly become a household favorite. Try this recipe today and enjoy the cheesy goodness!

Ingredients

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup pimentos, drained and finely chopped
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
Mix everything together until well combined and the cheese is evenly coated with the other ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasonings according to your preference. You can add more hot sauce for extra spiciness or more mayonnaise for a creamier texture.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the pimento cheese to firm up.
Serve chilled as a spread on sandwiches, with crackers, or as a dip with vegetables. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Pimento cheese originated in the Southern United States and has been a popular comfort food for generations.

The addition of cream cheese gives this pimento cheese recipe a rich and creamy flavor.

You can customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like diced jalapenos, diced onions, or chopped bacon for extra flavor.

Pimento cheese can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

This versatile spread can be used in various recipes, including grilled cheese sandwiches, stuffed into tomatoes, or spread on burgers for a cheesy twist.