Jalapeño Pimento Cheese is a creamy, tangy spread made with sharp and extra-sharp white cheddar, softened cream cheese, and fresh diced jalapeño for a spicy kick. It's a Southern staple elevated with heat, ideal for burgers, sandwiches, or as a crowd-pleasing dip.
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Shred the blocks of sharp cheddar and extra sharp white cheddar cheese. Set aside.
Finely dice one whole jalapeño.
In a large mixing bowl, add the block of softened cream cheese.
Add 1/2 cup of mayonnaise to the cream cheese.
Mix the cream cheese and mayonnaise together until smooth.
Season the cream cheese mixture with garlic powder and black pepper to taste.
Add the finely diced jalapeño, the entire jar of diced pimentos, and some of the pimento juice to the bowl.
Mix until everything is well combined.
Gradually fold in the shredded cheeses until fully incorporated.
Taste the pimento cheese and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more mayonnaise for a creamier consistency if desired.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days. Serve chilled or gently reheat in a saucepan over low heat, stirring often.
Yes. Mix and refrigerate up to 5 days in an airtight container. The flavors actually deepen overnight.
One fresh jalapeño provides mild-to-moderate heat. Remove seeds and ribs for less spice, or add a second jalapeño for more kick.
Burgers, sandwiches, crackers, celery sticks, bell pepper strips, or as a warm dip with tortilla chips.
Fresh-shredded cheese melts more smoothly. Pre-shredded contains anti-caking agents that can make the spread grainy.
It's delicious at room temperature or chilled. For a warm dip, heat gently in a small saucepan or transfer to a slow cooker.
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