This wonderful pimento cheese with jalapeño can be used to spice up grilled cheese sandwiches, as a spread for crackers, or served alongside your favorite fried green tomatoes.
Prep Time::15 mins
Total Time::15 mins
Servings::12
Yield::3 cups
Ingredients
2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup mayonnaise
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento, drained
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (Optional)
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (Optional)
¼ teaspoon onion powder
salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Place Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimento, minced jalapeño, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and onion powder in a large bowl.
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Mix until thoroughly combined.
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Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
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Enjoy!
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