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Ingredients
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Pimento Cheese
Toasted Pita
Method
Pimento Cheese Preparation
- 1
Grate the Cheese
Using a box grater or food processor, grate the sharp cheddar cheese into a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
Add the cream cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and a few dashes of hot sauce to the bowl with the grated cheese.
- 3
Mix Well
Using a spatula or wooden spoon, mix all the ingredients together until well combined and creamy. Adjust seasoning with more salt, black pepper, or hot sauce to taste.
- 4
Refrigerate
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pimento cheese for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Toasted Pita Preparation
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Prepare Pita Bread
Cut each pita bread in half to create pockets. Brush the outside with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- 7
Toast Pita
Place the prepared pita halves on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove the toasted pita from the oven and let cool slightly before serving with the chilled pimento cheese.