Jalapeño Pimento Cheese -

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Jalapeño Pimento Cheese

Jalapeño pimento cheese is a spicy twist on the Southern classic. Serve it as a dip or add it to burgers and deviled eggs, turn it into a grilled cheese, and so much more.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 0

Additional Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings

Author Chrissie Nelson Rotko

Ingredients

8 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese shredded
8 ounces sharp orange cheddar cheese shredded
8 ounces cream cheese cubed and softened to room temperature
1 jar diced pimentos 7 ounces, drained
¼ cup pickled jalapeños diced
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons pickle juice or olive juice
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Add all of the ingredients except for the salt and pepper to the bowl of a stand mixer or to a large mixing bowl.
8 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, 8 ounces sharp orange cheddar cheese, 8 ounces cream cheese, 1 jar diced pimentos, ¼ cup pickled jalapeños, ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons pickle juice or olive juice
Using the paddle attachment on the stand mixer or an electric hand mixer, beat the mixture on low until well combined. You can also do this by hand with a sturdy wooden spoon or spatula.
Taste and season with salt and pepper to taste.
salt and pepper
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.

Notes

Pimento cheese can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. After removing from the fridge, let pimento cheese come to room temperature for about thirty minutes to soften before serving.

Do not use pre-shredded cheese for this recipe due to the anti-caking agents added to bagged shredded cheese. Trust me, it's worth it to shred your own cheese for this

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