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Ingredients
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Pimento Cheese Spread
Crostini
Method
Pimento Cheese Spread
- 1
Mix the Cheese Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to blend until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Add Pimentos
Fold in the diced pimentos until evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
- 3
Incorporate Mayonnaise and Spices
Stir in the mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- 4
Taste and Adjust Seasoning
Taste the pimento cheese spread and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if desired.
- 5
Chill
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pimento cheese for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Crostini
- 6
Prepare the Baguette
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- 7
Brush with Olive Oil
Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice lightly with olive oil on both sides.
- 8
Toast the Crostini
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast for about 8-10 minutes, or until the crostini are golden brown and crispy.
- 9
Cool
Remove the crostini from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
