Best 4 Magnolia Pimento Cheese Recipes

**Magnolia Pimento Cheese: A Southern Delight**

If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make Southern classic, look no further than Magnolia pimento cheese. This creamy, tangy spread is perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or vegetable dippers. It's also a great addition to cheese boards and party platters. This article features two recipes for Magnolia pimento cheese: a classic version and a spicy version. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in just a few minutes. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this Southern staple!

**Classic Magnolia Pimento Cheese:**

This is the traditional recipe for Magnolia pimento cheese. It's made with a blend of sharp cheddar cheese, pimentos, mayonnaise, cream cheese, and Worcestershire sauce. The result is a smooth, creamy spread with a slightly tangy flavor.

**Spicy Magnolia Pimento Cheese:**

For those who like a little kick in their pimento cheese, this spicy version is perfect. It uses a combination of sharp cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, pimentos, mayonnaise, cream cheese, and cayenne pepper. The cayenne pepper adds a subtle heat that complements the other flavors in the cheese.

Both recipes are delicious and easy to make. So whether you're a fan of classic pimento cheese or you're looking for something with a little more spice, you're sure to enjoy Magnolia pimento cheese.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PIMENTO CHEESE RECIPE LIKE MAGNOLIA RESTAURANT IN CHARLESTON

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Saw this made on food network, had to go online and think I found a pretty exact recipe;. Putting it here for safekeeping. Looks really yummy.

Provided by -Mary-

Categories Spreads

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5 large roasted red peppers, finely chopped
1 cup stuffed green olive, finely chopped
1 1/4 lbs cheddar cheese, grated (vermont sharp white cheddar)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
Wash, drain and dry the peppers. Rub the peppers with olive oil by hand, just to coat them lightly. Place the peppers on a baking pan and roast on the top shelf of the 500 degree oven for about 25 minutes, turning once or twice. The skin should be well blistered and will be blackened in some places.
Remove the peppers from the oven. Place them in a small bowl and cover it tightly with plastic wrap. Let the peppers cool for 10 to 15 minutes. The skin will become loose and easy to peel the skin off of the peppers.
Remove the stems, cores and seeds. Do not rinse. At this point you may use the peppers in any manner that you would use pimientos.
Note: Thin peppers will have a shorter roasting time. Its prferrable to use fresh peppers that look very healthy and have good thick flesh.
Chop the roasted red peppers fine.
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass, crockery or stainless steel mixing bowl and mix well.
Season to taste with cayenne pepper.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Note: If you prefer a spicy version, add 1 Tablespoon sauteed minced jalapeno pepper and a few dashes of hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.3, Fat 35.9, SaturatedFat 21.2, Cholesterol 105.6, Sodium 721.7, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 25.3

EASY PIMIENTO CHEESE

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Every good Southerner has their own easy pimiento cheese recipe. It's wonderful on crackers, in a sandwich with a fresh summer tomato, inside a grilled cheese sandwich or plain with some crackers. -Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1-1/3 cups mayonnaise
2 jars (4 ounces each) pimiento strips, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 block (8 ounces) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 block (8 ounces) extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine first 5 ingredients. Add cheeses and stir to combine. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SOUTHERN PIMENTO CHEESE

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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

Ingredients

2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento, drained
salt and black pepper to taste

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

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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

Ingredients

8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated with a food processor or hand grater (not pre-grated)
1/4 cup softened cream cheese (2 ounces), pulled into several pieces
Scant 1/2 cup jarred pimento or other roasted red peppers (from a 7-ounce jar), finely diced
3 tablespoons Duke's, Hellmann's or other high-quality store-bought mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon dried red chile flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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

Tips:

Use a sharp knife to dice the pimentos and cheese for a clean, even cut.
For a smoother spread, grate the cheese on a fine grater.
If you don't have pimentos, you can substitute diced red bell pepper.
For a spicier cheese spread, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika.
Serve pimento cheese with crackers, vegetables, or bread as an appetizer or snack.

Conclusion:

Magnolia pimento cheese is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious spread that is perfect for any occasion. Try it as a dip with vegetables or crackers or spread it on a sandwich or burger for a quick and tasty meal.