Pimento Cheese Spread

A Southern classic that's creamy, cheesy, and always a crowd favorite 🤍 This homemade Pimento Cheese Spread is simple to make and perfect for everything from casual lunches to party platters.

Made with sharp cheddar, creamy mayonnaise, and sweet pimentos, this spread delivers rich flavor with just a hint of garlic and a touch of heat 🧀 The smooth, spreadable texture makes it perfect for sandwiches, crackers, fresh vegetables, or your favorite snack board.

Whether you're preparing tea sandwiches for a gathering or looking for an easy make-ahead spread to keep in the refrigerator, this recipe is one you'll reach for again and again 🍽️ Be sure to check out the linked products to shop ingredients online and make this classic favorite at home.

Pimento Cheese Spread

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A creamy homemade pimento cheese spread made with sharp cheddar, sweet pimentos, and just a hint of garlic 🧀 Perfect for sandwiches, crackers, vegetable trays, or entertaining family and friends ✨

Ingredients

  • 2 - 7oz jars Sliced pimentos, drained
  • 3 - 10oz Bricks Sharp Cheddar, finely grated
  • 1 c Mayonnaise
  • ¼ - ½ tsp Garlic Powder
  • Dash of Hot Sauce
  • White Sandwich Bread

Directions

  1. Place the drained pimentos in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
  2. Using an electric mixer, combine the pimentos and cheese, beating until smooth
  3. Beat in the mayonnaise, garlic powder and hot sauce
  4. Spread on slices of white sandwich bread while the mixture is room temperature
  5. Trim the bread crusts and cut the sandwiches into triangles
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