Best 5 Andreas Low Fat Pimento Cheese Recipes
**Pimento Cheese: A Southern Delight with a Twist**
Pimento cheese, a classic Southern spread, is a creamy and flavorful blend of cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, and spices. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a sandwich spread, dip, or even as a filling for deviled eggs. This article presents two delicious recipes for pimento cheese: a traditional full-fat version and a lightened-up low-fat option. Both recipes are easy to make and yield a creamy, tangy spread that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a fan of classic Southern cuisine or simply looking for a tasty and versatile spread, these pimento cheese recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings.
PIMIENTO CHEESE
This is the ultimate pimiento cheese recipe. What makes this pimiento cheese better than average? Besides not using cream cheese, which is something the southern-raised experts in our test kitchens felt strongly about, this recipe calls for beating the cheese mixture to make it smoother and more spreadable. According to them, it's hard to beat too long. Combine that technique with a little extra prep-grating your own cheese makes all the difference here-and a few non-traditional ingredients-soy sauce, pickled jalapeño peppers and Dijon really amp up the flavor. This pimiento cheese isn't just cheesy and creamy, it's also slightly spicy, deeply savory and a tiny bit tangy. With so much going on, this totally nontraditional, but absolutely irresistible take on pimiento cheese is a must try!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large bowl, place mayonnaise, pickled jalapeño juice, mustard, soy sauce and lemon juice. Beat with electric mixer on low speed 5 to 10 seconds to combine.
- Add cheeses; beat on medium speed 15 to 30 seconds to combine. Scrape bowl, then beat on medium speed 2 to 4 minutes longer or until cheese mixture is creamy and spreadable.
- Stir pimientos, onions and jalapeños into cheese mixture, until just combined. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize About 1/4 Cup, Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
SOUTHERN PIMENTO CHEESE
This wonderful version of pimento cheese can be used for grilled cheese sandwiches, as a spread for crackers, or served alongside your favorite fried green tomatoes.
Provided by QUEENREYNEY
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cold Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, minced jalapeno, and pimento into the large bowl of a mixer. Beat at medium speed, with paddle if possible, until thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 44.2 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 229 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
THE LEE BROTHERS' PIMENTO CHEESE
A decidedly Southern spread with Northern roots, pimento cheese is a simple mix of Cheddar, red bell pepper and mayonnaise that can be found on sandwiches from work sites to garden parties across the 16 states below the Mason-Dixon line. This recipe came to The Times from the Charleston, S.C.-bred cookbook authors and occasional contributors to The Times Matt Lee and Ted Lee.
Provided by The New York Times
Categories quick, dips and spreads
Time 5m
Yield About 1 1/2 cups, enough for 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, place the cheddar cheese in an even layer. Scatter the cream cheese, pimentos, mayonnaise and chile flakes over the cheddar cheese. Using a spatula, mix the pimento cheese until it is smooth and spreadable, about 1 1/2 minutes.
- Transfer the pimento cheese to a plastic container or bowl, cover tightly, and store in the refrigerator. Pimento cheese keeps in the refrigerator for 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 240, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 320 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
PIMENTO CHEESE FRITTATA
The South likes to claim pimento cheese as its own, but its origins can actually be traced back to New York, the home of cream cheese, which makes up the spread's foundation. Cheddar and mayonnaise were later additions. This frittata is a hodgepodge of creamy and spicy, celebrating the flavors and textures of pimento cheese. The fresh herbs add vibrance, and the sharp Cheddar can stand up to the spiciness of the various peppers. The chunks of cream cheese add velvety bits to each bite.
Provided by Vallery Lomas
Categories breakfast, brunch, dips and spreads, main course
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place the cream cheese pieces in the freezer.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, salt, red-pepper flakes and black pepper until combined.
- Add the olive oil, onion, bell pepper, garlic and jalapeño to a 10-inch cast-iron skillet and sauté over medium heat until softened, about 8 minutes. Stir in the pimiento peppers, reserving their liquid. Turn off the heat. Add the reserved pimiento liquid (about ⅓ cup) to the eggs and whisk to combine.
- Spread the cooked vegetables in an even layer in the skillet. Sprinkle the Cheddar, chives and chilled cream cheese over the vegetables. Pour the egg mixture on top.
- Bake until the eggs are set, 13 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, and let cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
LOW FAT PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD
Being from So California originally I had never heard of pimento cheese. Once I tasted it I was hooked. But....way too many calories for me to have it as anything more than occasional treat. So, I went to work trying to make it as low fat as I could and still have that great flavor. I just made this and it's resting comfortably in the fridge. Might have to "tweak" it a bit, but here goes! Cooking time is chilling time.
Provided by susandoeshair
Categories Spreads
Time 2h10m
Yield 3 cups, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a food processor blend the first 5 ingredients until smooth. Add 1 c cheese, blend just until mixed.
- Stir in remaining cheese and chill for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 7.3, Fat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 2.1, Carbohydrate 0.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 1.1
Tips:
- Use a food processor or blender to make the pimento cheese smooth and creamy. This will also help to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can grate the cheese and then mix it with the other ingredients by hand. Just be sure to mix it until it is well combined.
- To make a lower-fat version of pimento cheese, use low-fat cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. You can also omit the mayonnaise or use a low-fat mayonnaise.
- Pimento cheese can be served as a dip, sandwich spread, or filling for celery sticks. It is also a great addition to deviled eggs.
- Pimento cheese can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Andreas' Low-Fat Pimento Cheese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It is perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a snack. With its low-fat ingredients, this recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional pimento cheese. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying treat, give Andreas' Low-Fat Pimento Cheese a try!
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