Description
Paula Deen’s pimento cheese elevates Southern comfort with creamy, zesty charm. Blending sharp cheddar, roasted peppers, and tangy mayonnaise, this spread delivers rich flavor you’ll crave on crackers or sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ (8 ounces / 226 grams) package cream cheese
Binding/Flavor Ingredients:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons diced pimentos
- 2 teaspoons grated onion
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon Paula Deen House Seasoning
- freshly ground pepper, to taste
- kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients, ensuring they are at room temperature for optimal blending and smooth texture.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, add mayonnaise, Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, diced pimentos, finely grated onion, House Seasoning, ground black pepper, and kosher salt.
- Utilize an electric hand mixer or sturdy spatula to thoroughly incorporate all ingredients, creating a uniform and creamy consistency that allows each component to meld seamlessly.
- Continue mixing for 2-3 minutes until the cheese spread develops a silky, spreadable texture with no visible lumps or unmixed ingredients.
- Transfer the pimento cheese spread to a serving dish or storage container, smoothing the top with the spatula for an even presentation.
- For immediate serving, spread generously on crisp crackers, toasted bread slices, or use as a delectable sandwich filling between soft white bread.
- If not serving immediately, cover the container tightly and refrigerate for up to 5-7 days, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify over time.
Notes
- Unlock intense flavors by letting the pimento cheese rest in the refrigerator for at least half an hour before serving.
- Remove excess moisture from pimentos using paper towels to prevent a runny spread.
- Select premium mayonnaise that delivers rich, creamy consistency without compromising texture.
- Grate cheese directly from block for superior melting and more vibrant taste profiles.
- Warm cream cheese slightly at room temperature to ensure seamless blending and silky smoothness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Lunch
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 368
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 564 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 66 mg