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Pimiento cheese, a red pepper-dotted spread of shredded cheese and mayo, is wonderfully versatile: Spread it on a cracker, use it as a dip for your favorite veggies, or pair it with white bread to make a classic Southern sandwich. In this collection of our best pimiento cheese recipes, you'll revisit crowd-pleasing old favorites and find new irresistible ideas.
John's Pimento Cheese Spread
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Make this recipe with just four easy-to-find ingredients: shredded Cheddar cheese, jarred pimientos, garlic powder, and mayonnaise.
Aunt Erma Lee's Smooth and Creamy Pimento Cheese
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What sets this family recipe apart from the rest? The cheese is cooked slowly with butter on the stove over low heat, which creates an exceptionally smooth and creamy texture.
Southern Pimento Cheese
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Looking for a classic pimiento cheese recipe? Your search ends here. This basic spread, made with ingredients you probably already have on hand, is as traditional as it gets.
Great Pimiento Cheese
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This velvety mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and Cheddar cheese will be a hit at any party.
Quick and Easy Pimento Cheese
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This aptly named pimiento cheese couldn't be easier to throw together on a whim. Two types of shredded cheese (Cheddar and Colby) blend perfectly with creamy salad dressing.
Kickin' Pimento Cheese Spread
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Cayenne pepper and garlic powder add a flavorful kick to this creamy spread. "We used to buy a similar cheese dip at the grocery store and this is so much better," raves recipe creator Love2C00k.
Best Farmers' Market Pimento Cheese
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According to recipe creator Colleen Kain, this easy recipe — with Worcestershire sauce and onions — is inspired by a farmers' market favorite.
Philmento Pimento Cheese with Sriracha
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Sriracha adds a welcome kick to this spicy cheese spread. Recipe creator Phil Ford suggests serving on a cracker with ham and a pickle slice.
Pimento Cheese Jell-O® Salad
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This old-fashioned recipe (which involves lemon-flavored gelatin, canned pineapple, and frozen whipped topping) has stood the test of time.
Pimiento Cheese and Tomato Bites
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Here's an appetizer that everyone at your party will love. It keeps well in the fridge for up to three days, so this cheesy spread is a great make-ahead option.
More Inspiration
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