Southern Pimento Cheese

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

4 oz jar pimentos, drained, 1 tablespoon juice reserved

2 teaspoons yellow onion, grated

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Preparation

In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and Old Bay until smooth.

Stir in the pimentos and reserved juice, onion, and cheddar cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

  1. Chill until cold. Serve as a dip with crackers and celery or spread on sandwiches or burgers. Enjoy!

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