Grilled Pimento Cheese Recipe
Nice and crunchy, on white bread with tomato.
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Ingredients
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Pimento Cheese Spread
Grilled Sandwich
Method
Pimento Cheese Spread Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- 2
Chill the Spread
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Grilled Sandwich Assembly
- 3
Assemble Sandwiches
Spread a generous amount of the prepared pimento cheese mixture on one side of each slice of white bread. Place the sliced tomatoes on top of the pimento cheese on half of the slices, then top with the remaining slices of bread, cheese side down.
- 4
Butter the Bread
Spread softened unsalted butter on the outer sides of each sandwich.
- 5
- 6
Serve
Once grilled, remove the sandwiches from the skillet, cut in half if desired, and serve immediately with extra tomato slices on the side.