Pimento Cheese & Chips Recipe
Pimento cheese piled high and served with chips. State how you would like your sandwich dressed when ordering.
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Ingredients
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Pimento Cheese
Chips
Method
Pimento Cheese Preparation
- 1
Step 1: Combine Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sharp cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to blend until smooth and well combined.
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Step 2: Add Mayonnaise
Add the mayonnaise to the cheese mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
- 3
Step 3: Mix in Pimentos
Fold in the chopped pimentos gently until evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
- 4
Step 4: Season the Mixture
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Mix well to combine all ingredients.
- 5
Step 5: Chill the Mixture
Cover the pimento cheese with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving
- 6
Step 6: Prepare Chips
While the pimento cheese is chilling, prepare the potato chips by placing them in a large serving bowl.
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Step 7: Serve
Once the pimento cheese has chilled, remove it from the refrigerator and serve it piled high next to the bowl of chips. Enjoy as a delicious appetizer or snack!