Jul 14 2026
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Pimento Goat Cheese & Gouda Bacon Jam Recipe

Inspired by The Cheese Cottage
Time1h
Serves4

House-made pimento cheese with goat cheese, aged gouda & our own bacon & onion jam on sourdough bread

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Ingredients

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Pimento Cheese

Bacon & Onion Jam

Sourdough Bread

Method

Pimento Cheese Preparation

  1. 1

    In a medium mixing bowl, combine goat cheese, aged gouda, and cream cheese. Use a fork to mash and blend the cheeses until smooth.

  2. 2

    Add pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.

  3. 3

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Bacon & Onion Jam Preparation

  1. 4

    In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.

  2. 5

    In the same skillet, add chopped onion to the bacon fat. Cook over medium heat until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 6

    Add brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.

  4. 7

    Chop the cooked bacon and add it back to the skillet. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jam thickens.

  5. 8

    Remove from heat and let the jam cool slightly before using.

Assembly

  1. 9

    Spread a generous amount of the pimento cheese mixture on each slice of sourdough bread.

  2. 10

    Top half of the slices with the bacon and onion jam.

  3. 11

    Place the remaining slices of bread on top to create sandwiches.

  4. 12

    Serve immediately or grill the sandwiches on a skillet for a warm, toasty finish.

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