Best 7 Kickin Pimento Cheese Spread Recipes
Pimento cheese spread, a Southern classic, is a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy dip or sandwich spread made from a blend of sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, and various seasonings. It is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer with crackers or vegetables, as a sandwich spread, or as a filling for deviled eggs. This article offers three variations of the classic pimento cheese spread: the traditional, a spicy version with jalapeños, and a bacon-ranch version. All three recipes are easy to make and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for busy weeknight meals or potlucks.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
PIMIENTO AND CHEESE SPREAD
This pimiento and cheese spread is a spicy, modern version of my mother's delicious recipe. Serve it stuffed in celery or spread on crackers or a sandwich. -Elizabeth Hester, Elizabethtown, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 2-3/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Shred cheese; transfer to a large bowl. Add cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne; beat on low speed until blended. Drain pimientos, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Stir in pimientos and reserved juice. Serve with crackers and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
PIMENTO CHEESE
This pimento cheese is the best! It's cheesy, tangy, peppery (spicy if you wish), and spreadable. Recipe yields 2 cups.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Dip or spread
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the cheddar, cream cheese, pimento peppers, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper and jalapeño (if using), and several twists of black pepper.
- Beat the mixture together with a hand mixer, your stand mixer, or by hand with a sturdy wooden spoon or spatula. Beat until the mixture is thoroughly combined.
- Taste, and add more black pepper if desired, and/or salt for more overall flavor (I usually add a pinch of two). If you'd like your pimento cheese to have more of a kick, add another pinch of cayenne. Blend again.
- Transfer the mixture to a smaller serving bowl. Serve your pimento cheese immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Pimento cheese hardens as it cools; let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature to soften.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 cup, Calories 245 calories, Sugar 1.8 g, Sodium 355.9 mg, Fat 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, TransFat 0.3 g, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 8.4 g, Cholesterol 60.6 mg
PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD
Steps:
- Puree 1/3 cup sliced pimientos (drained) in a blender or food processor until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl. Add 3 cups finely grated sharp cheddar and beat with a mixer until combined. Beat in 1/4 cup mayonnaise.
SOUTHERN PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD
A classic southern comfort food, this spread is used as an appetizer with crackers, corn chips or celery. It is also smeared between two slices of white bread for sandwiches and as a topping for hamburgers and hot dogs. -Eileen Balmer, South Bend, Indiana.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 1-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine cheese, pimientos and mayonnaise. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
"SOUTHERN BOY" KICKIN' PIMENTO CHEESE
This takes me right back to Mama Wentz's kitchen when I was a little boy......Pimiento Cheese spread on white bread and toasted in the oven, Melty, Cheesy Goodness Mmmmmmmmm Good !!!!!!
Provided by Bill Wentz
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Hand grate your cheddar cheese's on your work surface for easy preparation!!!
- 2. Mix the shredded cheese together with the pimientos stir well, stir in cayenne pepper and Duke's Mayonaise, stir until well blended.
- 3. Add salt & pepper to taste and stir again, combining all ingredients. Pack them in your favorite container and refrigerate for 2 hours before devouring !!!!!!!
- 4. And for the Grand Finale....a slice of your favorite White sandwich bread spread with this delicious mixture and placed under the broiler until "Melted & Toasty" OMG!!!
SPICY PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD
Pimento cheese spread definitely qualifies as comfort food. Mine is an update with ingredients like good sharp Cheddar, pickled jalapeños, and Sriracha. This recipe is inspired by the pimento cheese from a Brooklyn cheese shop that I love called Stinky (what a great name!).
Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, garlic, celery seed, and 1/2 teaspoon salt with a wooden spoon. Add the jalapeños, scallions, red peppers, Cheddar, and Sriracha and combine well. Taste for seasonings and serve with crackers, corn chips, and/or crudités.
KICKIN PIMENTO CHEESE
One of the best pimento cheese spreads I have tried. You can give this as a gift..just spoon into gift jars and keep chilled.
Provided by Grace Lackey
Categories Cheese Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. combine the first 4 ingredients in large bowl.
- 2. stir in cheeses; add chopped pepper and mix.
- 3. serve with toasted sour dough bread.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Shred your own cheese for a fresher, more even texture.
- Use a variety of peppers to achieve the desired level of heat.
- Taste the spread as you go and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Serve the spread with a variety of crackers, vegetables, or bread.
Conclusion:
Kickin' pimento cheese spread is a delicious and versatile party dip that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, creamy or chunky, there's a kickin' pimento cheese spread recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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