Description
A classic Southern-style pimento cheese dip that’s perfect for parties and gatherings. Packed with sharp cheddar, pimentos, and a touch of spice, this creamy spread is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped pimentos, drained
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped white onion
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped pimentos, chopped onion, and chopped green bell pepper.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Start with a small amount and adjust as needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up.
- Serve chilled with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a pinch more cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- You can make this dip a day in advance; the flavors will deepen overnight.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika or chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
