Pimiento Cheese

Name: Pimiento Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 3 cups
Cuisine: North America, Southern
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 2 green onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; Hot chile-infused honey, optional

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield 3 cups

Test Kitchen Approved

This pimiento cheese recipe creates a creamy dip that's rich with tangy and savory flavors. Use crackers, chips and vegetables as serving vessels, and spread any leftovers on your favorite lunch sandwich for a huge flavor boost.

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Hot chile-infused honey, optional

Directions

Place the first 8 ingredients in a food processor. Process until smooth. Add pimientos and cheddar cheese. Pulse until combined. If desired, drizzle with honey before serving.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 81 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 147mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.

I love pimiento cheese, but I've never made my own—this was a fun challenge! Serve cold on crackers or sandwiches. Drizzle with honey for added flavor; I used hot honey, which was great! —Darla Andrews, Boerne, Texas

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