Southern Pimento Cheese

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Southern Pimento Cheese
10 min.
3
838kcal

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Southern Pimento Cheese: A Flavorful Dip, Spread, or Condiment for Your Next Gathering

Indulge in the delightful taste of Southern Pimento Cheese, a versatile recipe that can serve as a dip, spread, or condiment. Perfect for your next party, picnic, or family gathering, this vegetarian and gluten-free delight is not only delicious but also easy to whip up in just 10 minutes. With a serving size of three, you'll have more than enough to share (or savor all by yourself!).

Packed with rich flavors, this pimento cheese recipe features an irresistible blend of 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 0.3 teaspoons of garlic powder, 0.5 cup of mayonnaise, 0.3 teaspoons of onion powder, 4 ounces of diced pimento, and 2 cups of shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese. Seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper, this dish offers a balanced mix of protein, fat, and carbs, with a caloric breakdown of 10.95% protein, 84.85% fat, and 4.2% carbs.

To create this mouth-watering treat, you'll need just a few essential pieces of equipment: a bowl and a blender. In no time at all, you'll have a creamy, tangy spread that's sure to be a hit at any event. So why wait? Dive into the world of Southern Pimento Cheese and experience a true culinary delight!

Ingredients

  • ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 teaspoon onion powder 
  • ounce pimientos diced drained
  • servings salt and pepper black to taste
  • cups cheddar cheese shredded extra-sharp

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Place the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, minced jalapeno, and pimento into the large bowl of a mixer. Beat at medium speed, with paddle if possible, until thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories838kcal
Protein10.95%
Fat84.85%
Carbs4.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.33
Glycemic Load
2.41
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
20.399565458298%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:837.8kcal
41.89%
Fat:79.69g
122.6%
Saturated Fat:34.12g
213.28%
Carbohydrates:8.9g
2.97%
Net Carbohydrates:7.98g
2.9%
Sugar:4.58g
5.08%
Cholesterol:167.37mg
55.79%
Sodium:1167.61mg
50.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.13g
46.26%
Vitamin K:68.11µg
64.87%
Calcium:612.53mg
61.25%
Vitamin A:2797.97IU
55.96%
Vitamin C:39.35mg
47.7%
Phosphorus:443.27mg
44.33%
Selenium:28.84µg
41.2%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.84%
Zinc:3.3mg
22%
Vitamin E:2.76mg
18.4%
Vitamin B12:1.01µg
16.83%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.1%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.13%
Magnesium:30.55mg
7.64%
Potassium:242.88mg
6.94%
Folate:27.36µg
6.84%
Iron:1.08mg
6.02%
Fiber:0.92g
3.67%
Copper:0.07mg
3.54%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.52%
Vitamin D:0.53µg
3.51%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.92%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
1.98%
Source:Allrecipes