Old Fashioned Pimento Cheese Recipe
This old fashioned pimento cheese recipe brings together sharp cheddar, creamy mayo and cream cheese, and sweet pimentos to create a smooth, flavorful spread with a touch of tang and just the right bite. Whether you serve it on crackers, in sandwiches, or straight from the spoon, it’s a Southern classic you’ll want to make again and again.
Equipment
- Medium Mixing Bowl
- Hand mixer or sturdy wooden spoon
- Rubber spatula
- Airtight container
Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 jar 4 oz diced pimentos, well-drained
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ –¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for spice
Optional Add-Ins:
- ¼ cup diced pickled jalapeños
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chopped chives or green onions
Instructions
- Beat softened cream cheese in a bowl until smooth.
- Stir in mayonnaise and Worcestershire until creamy and well combined.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne (if using). Mix thoroughly.
- Fold in shredded cheddar and drained pimentos until evenly mixed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Best enjoyed after chilling for 30 minutes. For a spicier version, add cayenne or diced jalapeños. Contains dairy.