Old-Fashioned Southern Pimento Cheese (Printable Version)

A creamy Southern spread combining sharp cheddar, pimentos, and savory spices.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Cheese and Dairy

01 - 227 g sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
02 - 113 g cream cheese, softened

→ Vegetables

03 - 113 g pimentos, drained

→ Condiments and Spices

04 - 120 ml mayonnaise
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1 tsp onion powder
07 - 1 tsp paprika
08 - 1 tsp pepper blend
09 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
10 - 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional)

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Finely shred sharp cheddar cheese and drain pimentos; ensure cream cheese is softened.
02 - In a mixing bowl, blend shredded cheddar, drained pimentos, cream cheese, and mayonnaise until uniform.
03 - Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper blend, cayenne pepper, and optional Old Bay seasoning to the mixture.
04 - Stir all ingredients until the spread is creamy and well combined.
05 - Refrigerate the prepared spread for flavor melding and serve chilled. Store up to one week.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For an ultra-smooth texture, process the mixture briefly in a food processor.
02 - Adjust cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness.
03 - Ideal accompaniment includes crackers, celery sticks, or as a sandwich filling.

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