Hominy Grill's Pimiento Cheese

Health score
20%
Hominy Grill's Pimiento Cheese
45 min.
4
1080kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your appetizer game, look no further than Hominy Grill's Pimiento Cheese. This creamy, zesty spread captures the essence of Southern comfort food and is sure to impress your friends and family. With its irresistible blend of sharp Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, the dip offers an intriguing twist with the addition of bourbon and ancho chile powder, giving it a depth of flavor that's both bold and unique.

Pimiento cheese has long been a beloved Southern classic, often enjoyed slathered on crackers, sandwiches, or even as a topping for burgers. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility; it's a fantastic condiment for any gathering or a simple weeknight snack. The richness of mayonnaise combined with the tangy jarred pimiento creates a delightful texture, while the warmth from the spices rounds out each bite beautifully.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon ancho chili powder 
  • 1.5 tablespoons bourbon 
  • servings cilantro leaves fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.8 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.8 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup pimientos jarred rinsed sliced finely chopped
  • 1.5 lb sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Stir together mayonnaise, pimiento, bourbon, ancho chile powder, cumin, and freshly ground pepper. Stir in Cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until well blended.
    2. Garnish, if desired.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories1080kcal
    Protein17.19%
    Fat79.6%
    Carbs3.21%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    51.5
    Glycemic Load
    1.68
    Inflammation Score
    -9
    Nutrition Score
    28.889130644176%

    Flavonoids

    Quercetin
    0.05mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:1080.46kcal
    54.02%
    Fat:94.69g
    145.68%
    Saturated Fat:40.51g
    253.18%
    Carbohydrates:8.6g
    2.87%
    Net Carbohydrates:7.83g
    2.85%
    Sugar:1.65g
    1.83%
    Cholesterol:204.05mg
    68.02%
    Sodium:1719.88mg
    74.78%
    Alcohol:1.88g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0.91%
    100%
    Protein:46.01g
    92.03%
    Calcium:1376.81mg
    137.68%
    Phosphorus:914.37mg
    91.44%
    Selenium:55.83µg
    79.76%
    Vitamin K:76.36µg
    72.72%
    Vitamin A:2688.33IU
    53.77%
    Vitamin B2:0.85mg
    49.77%
    Zinc:7.2mg
    48.03%
    Vitamin B12:2.11µg
    35.11%
    Vitamin C:25mg
    30.3%
    Vitamin E:3.15mg
    20.99%
    Magnesium:56.03mg
    14.01%
    Vitamin B6:0.21mg
    10.53%
    Folate:40.86µg
    10.22%
    Vitamin B5:0.84mg
    8.45%
    Vitamin D:1.2µg
    7.99%
    Potassium:234.47mg
    6.7%
    Iron:1.12mg
    6.25%
    Copper:0.1mg
    4.76%
    Vitamin B1:0.07mg
    4.41%
    Manganese:0.09mg
    4.4%
    Fiber:0.77g
    3.09%
    Vitamin B3:0.35mg
    1.75%
    Source:My Recipes