sweet pimento cheese

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Diane Whitbeck
Hopewell, VA

I was recently missing a taste from my childhood, so I went on a search, trying many recipes. I found lots of good ones, but none that tasted "just right." I decided to make my own and finally hit upon the missing ingredient. I think this makes my pimento cheese different from the others, and it brought back childhood memories! Give it a try and see what you think.

(2 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 30 Min

Ingredients For sweet pimento cheese

  • 2 c
    sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 c
    monterey jack cheese, shredded
  • 8 oz
    cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 c
    mayonnaise (i used duke's light)
  • 1 jar
    pimentos, diced, 4 oz.
  • 1 Tbsp
    vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp
    onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    paprika
  • 1/2 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    sugar (i used splenda)

How To Make sweet pimento cheese

  • 1
    In large mixing bowl, combine the two cheeses. Mix with your hands until the two cheeses are totally blended throughout.
  • 2
    In a medium microwave-safe mixing bowl, place the room temperature cream cheese. Cream it, using a fork or an electric mixer. If not soft enough to cream easily, microwave for 15 - 20 seconds. When smooth, add mayo, vinegar, spices and sugar. Again, cream until mix is smooth. Fold in the pimentos until well-distributed in the mix.
  • 3
    Add cream cheese mixture to the two blended cheeses in large mixing bowl. Using a fork, slowly incorporate the cheeses into the cream cheese mixture until all cheese is moistened and well-blended. Continue to blend until you achieve desired texture - anywhere from chunky to smooth - your choice.
  • 4
    You can serve immediately with crackers, celery sticks, or use in a sandwich. Or you can refrigerate and serve chilled. Flavor will intensify as it sits. Enjoy!

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