Pimento Cheese Dip
320kcal
Ingredients
- 16 ounces sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 4-ounce jar diced pimentos drained
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper or to taste
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Equipment
- electric hand mixer
- spatula
- airtight container
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Use an electric hand mixer on medium speed to beat the ingredients together until the mixture is completely smooth and well-blended, with no lumps of cream cheese remaining.
- Add the freshly grated cheddar cheese, drained pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper to the bowl. Use a sturdy spatula or a wooden spoon to fold all the ingredients together until the cheese and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the creamy base.
- Taste the dip and adjust the seasonings if desired, adding more cayenne pepper for extra heat or a pinch of salt if your cheese is not very salty.
- For the best flavor, transfer the dip to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the dip from the refrigerator about 15 minutes before serving to allow it to soften slightly for easier dipping. Serve with crackers, vegetable sticks, or sliced baguette.
Nutrition
Calories320kcalCarbohydrates3gProtein10gFat30gSaturated Fat15gPolyunsaturated Fat5gMonounsaturated Fat8gCholesterol65mgSodium420mgPotassium120mgSugar2gVitamin A15IUVitamin C10mgCalcium250mgIron0.5mg
Notes
For the best flavor, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Let dip soften slightly at room temperature for easier dipping.