Mohamed Shili This easy Paula Deen Pimento Cheese is a creamy, tangy spread that’s perfect for quick snacks or light lunches. Made with simple ingredients like cheddar, cream cheese, and pimentos, it’s a classic Southern dish you can whip up in minutes. Serve it on crackers or as a delicious sandwich filling for flexible options everyone will love.
Recipe Ingredients:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ (8 oz) package cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons diced pimentos
- 2 teaspoons grated onion
- ¼ teaspoon Paula Deen House Seasoning
- freshly ground pepper, to taste
- kosher salt, to taste
How To Make Pimento Cheese?
- Combine all ingredients: Place mayonnaise, Monterey Jack, cheddar, cream cheese, pimentos, grated onion, House Seasoning, pepper, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Blend until smooth: Use an electric hand mixer or a spatula to stir everything until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Serve: Spread on crackers, or enjoy between two slices of white bread as a traditional pimento cheese sandwich.
Recipe Tips:
- Soften the cream cheese: Leave the cream cheese at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. This makes mixing easier and gives a smoother texture to the spread.
- Grate cheese freshly: For the best flavor, grate the cheese yourself instead of using pre-shredded. Freshly grated cheese blends better and melts more smoothly.
- Use quality mayonnaise: A good-quality mayonnaise adds richness to the pimento cheese. Avoid low-fat versions as they can make the texture less creamy.
- Drain the pimentos well: Excess liquid from the pimentos can make the cheese mixture watery, so pat them dry with a paper towel before adding.
- Chill before serving: Letting the pimento cheese chill for at least 30 minutes enhances the flavors, making it even more delicious.
How To Store Leftovers?
First, let the leftover pimento cheese cool to room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Keep it sealed tightly to maintain freshness and prevent it from drying out.
Nutrition Facts:
Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (28 grams)
- Calories: 129
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9g
- Cholesterol: 19mg
- Sodium: 161mg
- Potassium: 20mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 0.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugars: 0.2g
- Protein: 3.4g
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Paula Deen Pimento Cheese
Description
This easy Paula Deen Pimento Cheese is a creamy, tangy spread that’s perfect for quick snacks or light lunches. Made with simple ingredients like cheddar, cream cheese, and pimentos, it’s a classic Southern dish you can whip up in minutes. Serve it on crackers or as a delicious sandwich filling for flexible options everyone will love.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients: Place mayonnaise, Monterey Jack, cheddar, cream cheese, pimentos, grated onion, House Seasoning, pepper, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Blend until smooth: Use an electric hand mixer or a spatula to stir everything until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Serve: Spread on crackers, or enjoy between two slices of white bread as a traditional pimento cheese sandwich.
Notes
- Soften the cream cheese: Leave the cream cheese at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. This makes mixing easier and gives a smoother texture to the spread.
- Grate cheese freshly: For the best flavor, grate the cheese yourself instead of using pre-shredded. Freshly grated cheese blends better and melts more smoothly.
- Use quality mayonnaise: A good-quality mayonnaise adds richness to the pimento cheese. Avoid low-fat versions as they can make the texture less creamy.
- Drain the pimentos well: Excess liquid from the pimentos can make the cheese mixture watery, so pat them dry with a paper towel before adding.
- Chill before serving: Letting the pimento cheese chill for at least 30 minutes enhances the flavors, making it even more delicious.
