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Pimento Cheese Spread

No Southern home is without this delicious spread made simply of mayonnaise, cheddar and pimentos (and a few spices)

Course: Appetizer
Keyword: blue cheese, cheddar, crackers, pimento, spread, toast
Author: HelenFern
Ingredients
  • 2 cups extra sharp cheddar, grated
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 oz jar sliced pimentos
Instructions
  1. Place all the ingredients except the pimentos into the food processor. Process until semi-smooth.

  2. Remove from the food processor and place in a medium bowl. Stir in the pimentos.

  3. That's it! Your ready to eat it.

Pimento Cheese Toasts
  1. Toast a slice of bread for each person. Cut it into triangles.

  2. Spread the cheese onto each toast in a thick layer.

  3. Place under a broiler until the cheese starts to melt.

  4. Remove from the oven and cool slightly before serving.