Creamy Pimento Cheese

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Creamy Pimento Cheese
75 min.
10
222kcal

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Looking for a creamy, tangy, and flavorful treat that's both vegetarian and gluten-free? Look no further than this delicious Creamy Pimento Cheese recipe! Perfect for serving at gatherings or simply as a snack, this versatile dish can be used as a condiment, dip, or spread. With a delightful blend of cream cheese, extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and garlic powder, this recipe promises a burst of flavors that will have your taste buds dancing.

Ready in just 75 minutes and serving up to 10 people, this Creamy Pimento Cheese is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a caloric delight, with a balanced breakdown of 12.03% protein, 84.66% fat, and 3.31% carbs. The key to its irresistible texture is softening the cream cheese and beating it until creamy, then adding the Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and garlic powder for a light and fluffy consistency. Don't forget to stir in the pimento for that signature touch!

To make this heavenly dish, all you need is a simple list of ingredients and a hand mixer. Once you've combined everything, simply cover and chill for at least an hour to let the flavors meld together. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or want to impress your guests at a dinner party, this Creamy Pimento Cheese is sure to be a hit. So go ahead, whip up a batch, and enjoy the deliciousness!

Ingredients

  • ounce cream cheese softened
  • pinch garlic powder 
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  • cups cheddar cheese shredded extra-sharp

Equipment

  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Beat the cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; add Cheddar cheese and continue beating until light and fluffy. Beat in mayonnaise and garlic powder; stir in pimento. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories222kcal
Protein12.03%
Fat84.66%
Carbs3.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.9
Glycemic Load
0.51
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.4978260968042%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:222.39kcal
11.12%
Fat:21.07g
32.42%
Saturated Fat:9.79g
61.21%
Carbohydrates:1.85g
0.62%
Net Carbohydrates:1.85g
0.67%
Sugar:0.97g
1.08%
Cholesterol:48.64mg
16.21%
Sodium:266.44mg
11.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.73g
13.47%
Calcium:182.39mg
18.24%
Phosphorus:129.38mg
12.94%
Vitamin K:13.19µg
12.56%
Selenium:8.52µg
12.17%
Vitamin A:535.89IU
10.72%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.02%
Zinc:0.95mg
6.36%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
4.97%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.06%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.36%
Magnesium:8.23mg
2.06%
Folate:7.17µg
1.79%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.45%
Potassium:48.95mg
1.4%
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