HOMEMADE SOUTHERN PIMENTO CHEESE

Prep: 10 m | 12 servings | 208 calories

To make this amazing pimento cheese you’ll need the following ingredients:

INGREDIENTS :

• 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
• 1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento, drained
• salt and black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS :

1. Place the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, minced jalapeno, and pimento into the large bowl of a mixer.
2. Beat at medium speed, with a paddle if possible, until thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Info:

Per Serving: 208 calories; 19.9 g fat; 2.1 g carbohydrates; 6.3 g protein; 44 mg cholesterol; 229 mg sodium.