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Pimento Cheese Spread & Dip

Great spread on toasted cheese sandwiches and crackers or served with assorted dippers.
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
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.