Old-Fashioned Southern Pimento Cheese Spread
This Old Fashioned Pimento Cheese recipe brings you a creamy, tangy, and flavorful spread that’s perfect as a dip, sandwich filling, or cracker topping. With a blend of sharp cheddar, creamy ingredients, and pimentos, this Southern classic is as versatile as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 4 oz pimentos, drained
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder with parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients and measure them for a smooth preparation process.
- Shred the Cheddar Cheese: If using a block of cheddar, shred it for the best texture.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, cream cheese, pimentos, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder with parsley, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir everything together until fully combined, creating a creamy and cohesive mixture.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately with crackers, bread, or veggies. Alternatively, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Use sharp Cheddar cheese for the most robust flavor.
- Adjust seasonings to taste if desired.
- This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1/4 cup
- Calories: ~220
- Sugar: ~2g
- Sodium: ~250mg
- Fat: ~20g
- Saturated Fat: ~8g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~10g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~2g
- Fiber: ~0g
- Protein: ~5g
- Cholesterol: ~30mg