Jul 17 2026
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The Hops Classic Recipe

Inspired by Hops Burger Bar
Time30m
Serves1

North Carolinian Pimento Cheese, topped with Bacon, American Cheese, Applewood Bacon, a Farm – Fresh Fried Egg & a side of Jalapeno Ranch.

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Ingredients

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Pimento Cheese

Toppings

Jalapeno Ranch

Method

Pimento Cheese Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, pimento peppers, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and smooth. Set aside.

Cooking Toppings

  1. 2

    Cook the Egg

    In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Crack the egg into the skillet and fry until the white is set and the yolk is cooked to your liking.

Jalapeno Ranch Preparation

  1. 3

    Mix Jalapeno Ranch

    In a small bowl, mix together ranch dressing and diced jalapenos. Stir until combined.

Assembly

  1. 4

    Assemble the Hops Classic

    Spread a generous layer of pimento cheese on a plate or sandwich. Top with crumbled bacon, a slice of American cheese, crumbled Applewood bacon, and the fried egg. Serve with a side of jalapeno ranch.

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