Best 9 Pimiento Cheese Spread Recipes
Pimiento cheese spread, a Southern classic, is a creamy, flavorful, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a dip, sandwich spread, or party appetizer. Made with a combination of sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, and a blend of seasonings, this spread is sure to be a hit at any gathering. This article presents two variations of the classic pimiento cheese spread: a traditional version and a spicy version for those who enjoy a little heat. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for busy home cooks. Whether you're a pimiento cheese enthusiast or looking for a new appetizer to impress your friends, these recipes will provide you with the perfect spread for any occasion.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
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.
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.
OLD-FASHIONED PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD
Old-fashioned pimiento cheese for old-fashioned times, i.e., summertime family reunions, "supper on the ground," lots of kids, watermelon and home-made ice cream. (At least that's the way it was for us.)
Provided by JC in Texas
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend ingredients well and serve on pupernickel or your favorite bread. Change the amounts to your taste. This is was made to be kid-friendly -- and is also a much smaller version than it use to be.
PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD
Steps:
- Place the drained pimientos in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Using an electric mixer, combine the pimientos and cheese, beating until smooth. Beat in the mayonnaise. Spread on slices of white sandwich bread while the mixture is room temperature. Trim the bread crusts and cut the sandwiches into triangles.
HOT-CRAB AND PIMIENTO-CHEESE SPREAD
Chock-full of crab and topped with chunks of rustic bread, this irresistible spread is substantial and hearty. Offer a knife for slathering it onto cut vegetables.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mash cream cheese in a bowl until very soft. Add cheddar and 1/2 cup mayonnaise and stir to combine. Stir in crab, pimiento, scallions, lemon juice, salt, and hot sauce to taste. Spoon mixture into two 14-ounce baking dishes, dividing evenly.
- Stir together torn bread and remaining 2 tablespoons mayonnaise. Top spread with bread mixture, dividing evenly. Bake on a baking sheet until golden brown and bubbling, about 25 minutes. Serve immediately with vegetables.
PIMIENTO-CHEESE SPREAD APPETIZERS
In 15 minutes, you can make a satisfying spread showcasing pimiento-stuffed olives and two kinds of cheese.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Reserve 16 whole olives for garnish. Chop remaining olives; place in medium bowl. Add Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, cream cheese and red pepper; beat with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
- Spread about 2 tablespoons cheese mixture on 8 of the bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices. Cut each sandwich diagonally in half.
- Garnish each appetizer with 1 whole olive secured with a toothpick or decorative pick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD
Variation of similar recipes on this site. Just wanted to record the changes and add to my cookbook.
Provided by PeelMeAGrape
Categories Spreads
Time 10m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cream together cream cheese, mayo, sour cream.
- Blend in spices, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
- Stir in cheeses, pimientos, black pepper and beat until creamy and combined. A hand mixer works well for this.
- Cover and refrigerate for about and hour.
- Serve with crackers and celery sticks.
PIMIENTO GOAT CHEESE SPREAD
"This is great as a dip for crudites or smeared on a bun for your burger."
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, using a wooden spoon, blend the goat cheese with the cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, pimientos, scallions, pickle relish, onion powder and Tabasco; season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the spread to a bowl and serve with radishes and celery.
HOMEMADE PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD
This recipe is from Becky, my brother Forest's wife, who is originally from Charleston, South Carolina. She says this is a Southern recipe and she has been making it for years! My brother (a northerner) will not even let her put it in the fridge to chill before he wants some -- so it must be good!! I hear that it is great on...
Provided by Marcia McCance
Categories Other Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Stir everything together and chill for 1-2 hours
- 2. Serve on crackers of any kind
- 3. NOTE: Becky says that if you store it for a day or two and it gets a little dry you can revive it with a TBSP or two of mayo which will re-moisten it again.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use freshly grated cheese. Pre-shredded cheese often contains additives that can alter the taste and texture of the pimiento cheese spread.
- If you don't have time to grate your own cheese, you can use a food processor to quickly and easily shred it.
- Be sure to drain the pimientos well before adding them to the cheese mixture. Excess moisture can make the spread runny.
- If you like a spicy pimiento cheese spread, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika to the cheese mixture.
- For a creamier spread, you can add a tablespoon or two of mayonnaise or sour cream to the cheese mixture.
- Pimiento cheese spread can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Be sure to let it come to room temperature before serving.
Conclusion:
Pimiento cheese spread is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're spreading it on crackers, using it as a dip for vegetables, or adding it to sandwiches and wraps, pimiento cheese spread is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer or snack, give pimiento cheese spread a try. You won't be disappointed!
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