Pimento Cheese

This recipe is super simple and delicious, with many uses. It can be used as a spread, dip, or sandwich. It's a perfect companion for dill pickle chips! Plus, the recipe can be easily halved if you don't need a larger amount.

About the Ingredients:

• Velveeta-This has been around a long time, since 1918. Not

a real cheese but rather a processed form of cheese. It

tends to have a milder flavor and creamier texture which works great for this recipe.

• Sharp Cheddar cheese-Needed for that punch of flavor and texture.

• Pimentos-These are mild sweet peppers that come canned or in jars. You could also use diced roasted red peppers.

• Mayonnaise-Use your favorite brand.

• Sea salt & black pepper-Mix everything together and taste before adding either one.

Homemade Pimento Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 box (16 oz) Velveeta original cheese

• 2 cups (8 oz) finely shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

• 1 jar (4 oz) diced pimentos

• 1 cup mayonnaise (I've always used Duke's)

• Sea salt & black pepper; taste before adding

Chill the Velveeta in the freezer for 15 minutes (no more) before grating.

Instructions

1. Using a grater with large holes, shred the Velveeta into a large bowl. I have successfully used the food processor for this step. The Velveeta is meant to be a little creamy.

2. Stir in the Cheddar cheese and pimentos; add mayonnaise and fold in until the mixture is creamy.

3. You can serve right away or refrigerate until needed.

Options

• Make a sandwich (great toasted), or serve with crackers, as a topper for cocktail bread or cut-up with fresh veggies.

• Use pimento cheese to make stuffed celery sticks for a tasty

appetizer.

• Add a half a diced jalapeno to the mix for a kick (or more to suit your taste).

• Add bacon, lettuce and tomato for the ultimate sandwich! Soooo good!

• If you need to thin, add a little more mayo.

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