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BEST PIMENTO CHEESE RECIPE
BEST PIMENTO CHEESE RECIPE
What is pimento cheese?
Pimento cheese is a treasured Southern dish.
It is sometimes referred to as “the pâté of the South”.
The base of the recipe is pretty simple – shredded cheese is combined with mayo and diced pimentos.
Everyone has their own little variation though – some people use different types of cheese, add spices, or even bread and butter pickles (yuck!).
My recipe, the one I’m sharing with you today, includes diced jalapenos, white pepper, and celery salt.
My personal favorite cheeses for this dish are sharp cheddar and extra sharp white cheddar. It is best to buy block cheese and shred it yourself. Store bought shredded cheese is full of preservatives that alter the taste. Tillamook makes an excellent version of both cheddars.
One of the simplest and most popular ways to serve pimento cheese is in a sandwich.
Traditionally, white bread is used and the only condiment is mayo.
The pimento cheese sandwich is undoubtedly the most popular item at the Masters golf tournament in Georgia.
Ingredients
- 2.5 Cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar
- 1.5 Cups Shredded Extra Sharp White Cheddar
- 1 Cup Pimentos, diced
- 1-2 Jalapenos, diced
- 1/2 Cup Mayo
- 3/4 Tsp Vinegar Based Hot Sauce (optional)
- 1/2 Tsp Celery Salt
- 1/4 Tsp White Pepper
- 1/8 Tsp Salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients in a large bowl, stir until well combined.
- Serve as a sandwich between 2 slices of white bread, or serve as a dip with crackers or vegetables.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to one week.
Recipe Source:cookingwithjanica.com
