Pimento Cheese Spread

A classic accompaniment and comfort food. Make it once and everyone will be asking you to bring it to their BBQ. It is great as a sandwich spread or a stand alone appetizer on your buffet.

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$6–$10 depending on cheese quality)

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Prep Time 1

Chill Time 4

Total Time 5

Course Appetizer, BBQ Sides, Bread and Pizza, Brunch, Condiment, Dips and Appetizers, Holiday Sides, Pot Luck

Cuisine American

Servings cups

Calories 386 kcal

Equipment

Food Processor with Blade and Grating Attachment – for blending the spread
Microplane or Fine Grater – to mince garlic
Mixing Bowls – for prepping ingredients
Chilling Bowls & Grater – optional but recommended for smooth processing
spatula – for scraping down the food processor

Ingredients

1 ea Red Bell Pepper Roasted and peeled
1 cup Mayonaise
1 clove Garlic clove Minced finely, use a microplane if you have one.
1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
1 tsp Dry Mustard I prefer Coleman's dry mustard
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Try using a 1/2 tsp
1 lb Cheddar Cheese, Sharp Grated

Instructions

Chill the grater, the bowl and blade of the food processor.
Roast the pepper over and open flame. Place in a covered bowl to let steam for 30 minutes. The peel off the charred skin.
1 ea Red Bell Pepper
Roughly chop the pepper and set aside.
1 ea Red Bell Pepper
Measure all of your dry and wet ingredients.
Grate the cheese. If using the grating blade of the food processor, then it should have been chilled with the other equipment.
1 lb Cheddar Cheese, Sharp
Place mayo in the bowl of the food processor fitted with the blade.
1 cup Mayonaise
Add the cheese and red pepper on top of the mayo.
1 cup Mayonaise, 1 lb Cheddar Cheese, Sharp, 1 ea Red Bell Pepper
Pulse the processor until ingredients begin to blend.
Add remaining ingredients.
1 clove Garlic clove, 1 tbsp Lemon Juice, 1 tsp Dry Mustard, 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Pulse the processor until the ingredients begin to blend.
Run the processor until you achieve a smooth blend of the spread.
Chill for 4 hours.

Notes

Flavor Variations:
- Add a few dashes of hot sauce for extra heat.
- Mix in finely chopped pickled jalapeños for a zesty twist.
Storage Tips:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Not recommended for freezing as the texture may change.
Serving Suggestions:
- Spread on sandwiches or burgers.
- Serve with crackers, celery sticks, or as part of a cheese tray.
- Use as a dip for pretzels or chips at your next gathering.

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 25gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 366mgPotassium: 31mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 97IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.2mg

Keyword barbecue, Cheese Tray, Hamburger, Holiday Spreads

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