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1) Old-School Southern Pimiento Cheese with Sharp Cheddar and Mayo

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups sharp cheddar finely shredded (about 12 oz)
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup jarred pimientos drained and chopped
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder optional
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped sweet onion or scallion optional

Method
 

  1. Beat the cream cheese with mayo and Dijon until smooth in a medium bowl. Scrape sides so it’s evenly mixed.
  2. Fold in shredded cheddar, chopped pimientos, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Use a spatula until combined but still a bit textured.
  3. Stir in onion or scallion if using for a fresh bite. Taste and adjust salt.
  4. Chill at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld; it spreads better cold.
  5. Serve with crackers, celery, or on toasted sandwich bread.