Description
Classic Southern Pimento Cheese is a creamy, cheesy spread made with cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, mayonnaise, and diced pimentos. Perfect as a dip for chips and veggies or as a flavorful sandwich filling, this easy-to-make recipe blends sharp and mild cheeses with a hint of garlic and parsley for garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese (freshly grated)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons jarred diced pimento
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimento, salt, pepper, and garlic powder into a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Until Smooth: Using an electric mixer, beat all the ingredients until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and well incorporated without any lumps.
- Transfer and Garnish: Spoon the prepared cheese mixture into a serving dish and sprinkle the top evenly with dried parsley for a fresh colorful garnish.
- Serve: Enjoy the pimento cheese spread with your choice of chips, crackers, fresh vegetables, or use it as a flavorful spread between slices of bread for sandwiches.
Notes
- For best flavor, use freshly grated cheeses instead of pre-shredded to enhance creaminess and melt quality.
- If you prefer a spicier variation, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the mix.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature before mixing for easier blending.
- This recipe does not require cooking; it is a no-cook cheese spread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern American
Keywords: pimento cheese, cheese spread, southern appetizer, easy dip, cheese dip, pimento, no-cook recipe
