Classic Pimento Cheese Dip

Pimento Cheese is a southern staple and for good reason. It's a quick recipe that is incredibly delicious. Use this Classic Pimento Cheese Dip recipe for your next event and you won't regret it!

Pimento cheese is made of a blend of shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, cream cheese, peppers, seasonings and hot sauce. It's a dip that's ready in under 15 minutes and is perfect on crackers, biscuits or even on a sandwich.

If you like this recipe, you may also enjoy my Pear and Camembert Crostini, my Stovetop BBQ Little Smokies, or even my French Onion Dip recipe.

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• What is pimento cheese made of
• Where is pimento cheese made
• What is pimento
• How to use pimento cheese
• Ingredients Needed
• Equipment Needed
• Storage Tips
• Classic Pimento Cheese Dip
• Arya's Corner
• About Michelle

What is pimento cheese made of

Pimento cheese is made of a combination of shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, cream cheese and diced pimento peppers. Pimento cheese can be made up to a day ahead and stored in the fridge. Since it is a mayonnaise based dish, it can't sit out in heat or else it will spoil. Pimento Cheese can either be left chunky or blended smooth into a paste or even heated to create a hot dip.

Where is pimento cheese made

Pimento cheese is most popular in the southern part of the United States and in parts of the Philippines where it is known as cheese pimiento. Pimento Cheese is also a signature item at the professional golf Masters Tournament.

I first had pimento cheese dip when visiting South Carolina for the first time. I had it on a biscuit from Callie's Hot Little Biscuit in Charleston, SC and it was probably the best biscuit I have ever tasted. If you have a chance to visit, try the breakfast sandwich too!

What is pimento

Pimentos are a type of pepper, also called a cherry pepper due to its small size and bright red color. Pimentos are not a hot pepper and are usually a bit sweeter than bell peppers. You may also recognize this pepper from stuffed green olives, as those are usually stuffed with pimentos.

You can find pimento peppers in the jarred food section near the pickles and olives usually. Most grocery stores will carry pimento peppers. Most jarred varieties will either come chopped or in strips that you will need to chop for this recipe.

How to use pimento cheese

Pimento Cheese is most often used as a either a dip or a sandwich spread. However there are other iterations for this spread. You can served pimento dip hot or use it to stuff jalapenos. Pimento cheese can also be used in other southern staples such as grits or as a spread for biscuits. Pimento cheese can be used in most recipes that call for cream cheese or shredded cheese.

Ingredients Needed

Equipment Needed

• Mixing Bowl
• Wooden Spoon
• Chef's Knife
• Cutting Board

Storage Tips

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Discard any leftovers after they have been sitting out at room temperature. Dish can be made in advance and stored in the fridge.

Serving: Serve dip cold and keep out of direct sunlight or hot areas. Because this is a mayonnaise based dish, it can become bad if left out for too long and can cause sickness. If the dip has been sitting out at room temperature, discard any leftovers.

Arya's Corner

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