Jul 17 2026
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Pimento Cheese Recipe

Inspired by GRUB Durham
Time30m
Serves2

House-made pimento cheese, tomato & maple-pepper-bacon, grilled on Texas 3-seed

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Ingredients

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Pimento Cheese

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Pimento Cheese

    In a mixing bowl, combine sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, pimentos, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Bacon

    Cook the maple-pepper bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Sandwiches

    Spread a generous amount of pimento cheese on one side of each slice of Texas 3-seed bread. Layer with sliced tomatoes and crispy maple-pepper bacon. Top with another slice of bread, pimento cheese side down.

  4. 4

    Grill the Sandwiches

    Preheat a skillet or grill over medium heat. Butter the outside of the sandwiches and place them in the skillet. Grill until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice in half, and serve warm.

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