Pimento Cheese Recipe
House Made Pimento Cheese Spread/Grilled Bread
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Ingredients
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Pimento Cheese Spread
Grilled Bread
Method
Pimento Cheese Spread
- 1
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sharp cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to mix until well blended.
- 2
Add the Remaining Ingredients
Add the mayonnaise, pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is creamy.
- 3
Chill the Spread
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pimento cheese spread for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Grilled Bread
- 4
Preheat the Grill or Pan
Preheat a grill or a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- 5
Butter the Bread
Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- 6
- 7
Serve
Once the bread is grilled, remove from heat and let cool slightly. Serve warm with the chilled pimento cheese spread.