The Lobbyist Recipe
Our homemade jalapeño pimento cheese, lettuce, tomato, on toasted wheatberry bread
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Ingredients
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Jalapeño Pimento Cheese
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Jalapeño Pimento Cheese Preparation
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and sharp cheddar cheese. Mix until well blended and smooth.
- 2
- 3
Stir in mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 4
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Sandwich Assembly
- 5
- 6
Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet.
- 7
- 8
Layer with lettuce leaves and tomato slices on top of the cheese.
- 9
Top with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
- 10
Grill the sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
- 11
Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately.
