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    Soulfully Made » Appetizers » Southern Pimento Cheese

    Southern Pimento Cheese

    Nikki Lee Published:February 18, 2019 | Updated: August 17, 2021

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    Southern Pimento Cheese Recipe - A classic staple that finds its way on the table of any southern gathering. Made with cheddar cheese, pimentos, a touch a creamy and a dash of heat.

    a small glass jar filled with this Southern Pimento Cheese with a serving spoon and some crackers in the background

    Whether you want a snack to munch on or you are having company over, this Pimento Cheese Spread is just the thing to cure that craving.  This one is a  southern tradition and I for one am so glad it is.

    Making this at home with fresh ingredients makes all the difference in taste. It comes together very easily and is the perfect appetizer, but is also great on bread for a sandwich, grilled cheese, and it's amazing melted on top of fries.

    My son particularly loves my Crawfish and Andouille Pimento Cheese Fries - If you don't like crawfish you can omit or use shrimp.  I cannot say enough how good that dish is!

    However or whatever you choose to serve it with, it's the perfect dip for your next picnic or party!  Serve it with ritz crackers or assorted fancy ones. It pairs great with veggies for a low carb snack option.

    The list goes on and on for this mighty southern pate!  Just make sure you give this one a try! It gets rave reviews y'all!

    a cracker topped with small glass jar filled with this Southern Pimento Cheese with a serving spoon and some crackers in the background

    What you need for Southern Pimento Cheese

    • Sharp White Cheddar
    • Mayo
    • Sour Cream
    • Pimentos
    • Lemon
    • Cayenne Pepper
    • Garlic Powder

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    Southern Pimento Cheese

    Author: Nikki Lee
    5 from 22 votes
    Southern Pimento Cheese Recipe - A classic staple that finds its way on the table of any southern gathering. Made with cheddar cheese, pimentos, a touch a creamy and a dash of heat. 
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Appetizers
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 124 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 ounces white sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
    • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons sour cream
    • 3 tablespoons pimentos
    • ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, (or to taste)
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, (or to taste)

    Instructions
     

    • Freshly shred an 8 ounce block of sharp cheddar cheese.
    • Add mayo, sour cream, pimentos, lemon juice, cayenne pepper and garlic powder. Combine by hand or with electric mixer for a smoother texture.
    • Stir and refrigerate at least 2 hours or until ready to serve.

    ✱ Nikki's Tips

    I usually double this recipe when serving for a party.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 1 serving Calories: 124 kcal Carbohydrates: 1 g Protein: 5 g Fat: 11 g Saturated Fat: 5 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 6 g Cholesterol: 23 mg Sodium: 161 mg

    Nutrition Disclaimer

    Soulfully Made is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.

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    You can also find this over on Meal Plan Monday and Weekend Potluck.

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    1. Erin says

      June 07, 2020 at 10:06 pm

      5 stars
      If I could give this Pimento Cheese more than 5 stars, I would! As a Southern girl, I love, love, love me some Pimento Cheese, and this recipe is perfectly creamy with a hint of spice.

      Reply
    2. Brandi Burgess says

      June 02, 2020 at 10:59 pm

      5 stars
      One of my top 5 favorite foods!!! I could LIVE off this stuff!

      Reply
      • Nikki says

        June 14, 2020 at 12:10 pm

        Thank you Brandi! I could live on it too!

        Reply
    3. MICHAELA KENKEL says

      June 01, 2020 at 7:10 pm

      5 stars
      Made this over the weekend and it was SO GOOD!! Making it again for my mom's birthday party this weekend! Thanks for the great recipe!

      Reply
      • Nikki says

        June 14, 2020 at 12:12 pm

        Thank you Michaela! I hope your mom enjoyed it for her birthday!

        Reply
    4. Deb Clark says

      June 01, 2020 at 4:02 pm

      5 stars
      Love the sour cream in this recipe. It gives it such a great tang - super tasty!

      Reply
    5. Julie Menghini says

      June 01, 2020 at 3:38 pm

      5 stars
      We grew up eating pimento cheese and my mother loves it. I made her a batch of your recipe and she loved it. I don't think I can visit her until I make her some more!

      Reply
    6. Jennifer Stewart says

      June 01, 2020 at 10:57 am

      5 stars
      Pimento cheese is the bomb and I love putting it on burgers and especially grilled cheese sandwiches!

      Reply
    7. Paige says

      June 01, 2020 at 9:14 am

      5 stars
      I LOVE Pimento Cheese and this homemade version looks and sounds out of this world!

      Reply
    8. Kathleen says

      May 30, 2020 at 8:52 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my word, easy, authentic and you can pronounce everything you put in it! Love this recipe!

      Reply
    9. debi at Life Currents says

      June 22, 2019 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      Such a perfect recipe. My guests loved it when I served it this weekend at our happy hour! And it was easy for me to make!

      Reply
      • Nikki - Soulfully Made says

        June 25, 2019 at 2:57 am

        Thank you for sharing with friends! That's the best compliment for any recipe!

        Reply

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