Rosalynn Carter’s Pimiento Cheese
A classic Southern favorite straight from Rosalynn Carter’s kitchen! This creamy, tangy pimiento cheese spread is perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or serving as a dip at gatherings. Ideal for any occasion, this recipe combines sharp Cheddar with cream cheese and a touch of onion for a flavor-packed treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Cheddar Cheese: 16 oz extra-sharp, shredded (about 4 cups)
- Cream Cheese: 8 oz, softened
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup, your choice
- Diced Pimientos: 1 (4-oz) jar, drained
- Yellow Onion: 1 Tbsp, grated
- Onion Powder: 1/4 tsp
- Kosher Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Black Pepper: 1/8 tsp
- Bread or Crackers: For serving
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients:
- Prepare all ingredients to ensure the process runs smoothly.
- Make Pimiento Cheese:
- In a medium bowl, mix shredded Cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimientos, grated onion, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Serve:
- Spread on white bread slices or serve with crackers. Perfect for entertaining or even to share with strangers on a plane!
Notes
- Make Ahead: Pimiento cheese can be prepared up to 3 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Variations: For a spicy kick, add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
- Serving Ideas: Try it as a sandwich filling, a burger topping, or as a dip with celery sticks and pretzels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1/4 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg