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Spicy Pimento Cheese Spread

An example of this creamy Southern pimento cheese spread consists of sharp cheddar, pimentos, and some added spiciness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups sharp cheddar shredded
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup diced pimentos
  • 1 jalapeno minced
  • 1 tsp hot sauce

Method
 

  1. Beat the cream cheese and mayonnaise together until smooth.
  2. Stir in the shredded cheddar, pimentos, jalapeno, and hot sauce.
  3. Mix until everything is well combined but still a little chunky.
  4. Spoon into a serving bowl.
  5. Chill at least 30 minutes, then serve with crackers and crudites.

Notes

It firms up nicely in the fridge, so make it ahead.