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Creamy Southern Pimento Cheese Spread

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A quick and easy Southern classic cheese spread combining sharp cheddar, mayonnaise, and sweet pimentos, perfect for toasts and snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (200g) finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) mayonnaise (preferably full-fat)
  • 1/4 cup (about 40g) jarred pimentos, drained and finely chopped
  • 2 oz (60g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Thick slices of toasted white bread

Instructions

  1. Finely shred 2 cups (200g) of sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Drain 1/4 cup (about 40g) of jarred pimentos well and finely chop them.
  3. Soften 2 oz (60g) of cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup (120ml) mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Stir until creamy and smooth.
  5. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped pimentos, mixing gently but thoroughly.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Optional: Cover and refrigerate the spread for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Toast thick slices of white bread until golden and crisp.
  9. Generously spread the pimento cheese on warm toasted bread and optionally garnish with smoked paprika or chopped fresh chives.

Notes

For best texture, freshly shred the cheddar cheese instead of using pre-shredded. Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid lumps. Drain pimentos well to prevent watery spread. Chill spread for 30 minutes to meld flavors. If too thick after chilling, stir in a teaspoon of milk or cream to loosen.

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