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Homemade Pimento Cheese - A classic with celery sticks

Homemade Pimento Cheese

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheese, dip, easy, gluten-free, keto, low-carb, no-cook, party food, spread
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chilling Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 94kcal
Author: Katie Berry
A classic Southern recipe that's perfect on crackers, piped into celery sticks, tucked into omelets or used to make grilled cheese sandwiches. 
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Equipment

  • Food Processor (optional)

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup mayonnaise NOT Miracle Whip!
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon hot sauce optional
  • 16 ounces sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
  • 4 ounces pimentos diced

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a food processor, blend the cream cheese until fluffy. Add mayonnaise, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and hot sauce (if using).
  • Stir in the cheese and pimentos by hand then transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Chill 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbsp | Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.6g | Protein: 3.8g | Fat: 8.5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 123mg | Potassium: 24mg | Sugar: 0.5g