Pimento cheese is a classic Southern snack spread, and one taste of this easy party recipe and you'll wonder why it's not more popular in other parts of the country.
Makes 12-16 Servings Classic Southern Pimento Cheese Spread
Makes 12-16 Servings Classic Southern Pimento Cheese Spread
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 3 cups freshly shredded extra sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups small diced roasted red bell peppers (freshly fire-roasted, or from a jar)
- 1/2 cup chopped pimento-stuffed green olives
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Tabasco to taste
Preparation:
In large mixing bowl stir together cheeses, peppers, olives, mayonnaise, parsley, chives, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco. May be served as is, or molded with a bowl, or into a ball with plastic wrap. Serve with crackers, crisps, or bread.