Pimento Cheese Spread & Dip
Great spread on toasted cheese sandwiches and crackers or served with assorted dippers.
Servings: 3 1/2 cups
Ingredients
- 2 c. shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese softened
- 1/2 c. mayonnaise
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. 1/4 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and minced
- 1 (4 oz.) jar diced pimento drained
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Crumbled bacon for garnish, optional
- Chopped green onions for garnish, optional
- toasted pecans for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Place the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, minced jalapeno, and pimento into the large bowl.
- Using an electric mixer, beat at medium speed, until thoroughly combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Top with bacon, green onions or toasted pecan, if desired.
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