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Pimento Cheese

Homemade pimento cheese is easy and much more flavorful than prepared. The first bite of a pimento cheese sandwich on white or rye bread will change your life.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz block of sharp cheddar cheese, shredded I don’t use pre shredded cheese because it’s dry and will soak up all the mayo
  • 4 oz jar of pimentos, with juice
  • 1 cup mayonnaise I always use Duke's, but if it's not available use Hellman's
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions
 

  • Grate the cheese with a box grater or food processor with large shreds.
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  • Add to a large bowl.
  • Combine all other ingredients and stir well. Don’t worry if it seems a little juicy. The cheese will soak up the extra liquid over time. You can always add more mayo later.
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  • Put in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least an hour.
     
Keyword beach food, cheese dip, pimento cheese, southern sandwich