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Quick and Easy Pimento Cheese

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"I just threw this together one day for a party where I knew there wouldn't be any sandwiches for us non meat eaters. Definitely not for the Vegan. This is a quick and yummy alternative to store bought pimento cheese spread." — PLUVOID

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2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded Colby cheese
2 (4 ounce) jars diced pimento peppers, drained

1/2 (16 ounce) jar creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

In a medium bowl combine Cheddar cheese, Colby cheese, pimentos, creamy salad dressing, salt and pepper. Add more or less creamy salad dressing to achieve desired texture. Mix well.

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PREP 5 mins
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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jul 24, 2003

Yesterday I purchased a quart of Pimento Cheese from the local Fresh Market for a party. It cost me $15.00! It was good but I thought I can do better for less! Besides I still needed more pimento chesse for the party. So, I choose to use pre-grated cheese, one (8oz) Sharp Cheddar and one (8oz) mixed Cheddar and Monterey Jack (it was on sale). For some reason pimentos come in 2 oz ($.99), 4 oz ($1.29) and 7 oz ($1.59) jars. I decided to use the 7 oz. since it was the best value. I chopped the pimentos fine, used less salad dressing than called for and spiced it up with some hot sauce and a generous dash of Worcestershire Sauce. I did a side by side comparison and I think my homemade is better than the expensive store bought stuff. I won’t be paying someone else to make mine any more! Give it a try this recipe is pretty good.

—BLUH2OEYES

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Feb 26, 2007

Southerners use real Mayo, like Duke's or Hellman's. this calls for more pimiento than needed, use half as much. Adding a little cayenne is great, too.

—ALPURV

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70 Ratings

Feb 09, 2007

I've tried lots of recipes, but this one is closest to the best! I replaced one cup of the Colby cheese with one cup of Monterrey Jack w/ jalapenos in it. It gave it a great little spicy kick. Great with baguette slices!

—Ann

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Oct 24, 2005

delicious! a little heavy on the pimento's. next time I'll just use one jar. I also recommend running the pimento's through a chopper to make them a little finer.

—Gnatbug78

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Jul 28, 2005

This was very delicious! My husband wanted me to buy the store brand, and was skeptical when I said I was making it from scratch. Of course, HE LOVED IT, and couldn't get enough. We took it with us when we went camping. Unfortunately, my young children didn't care for it. I did substitute mayo for the MW. We're not fans of MW-too sweet. If I were to do this over again, I would half the recipe. It makes alot. Otherwise, very scrumptuous.

—ALTICEFAMILY

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Nov 20, 2006

This is great. Down south we love our Dukes Mayo and it taste great in this. For Halloween, I used a cookie cutter and cut out round slices of pumpernickle bread. I spread the pimento cheese inside the sandwiches and cut holes for eyes, nose and mouth. They were so cute!

—Janine

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Apr 20, 2005

Mom's recipe, with the exception of the Colby (she used all cheddar). Wonderful comfort food. This is also good with thin bread as hors d'oeurves...just make the sandwich as usual, add a bit of lettuce, spinach or arugula, and then cut into 4 triangles. How quick is that???

—PatsyK

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Jul 09, 2005

Awesome recipe. I used up several different kinds of shredded cheese I had on hand and everyone loved it. Said it was better than the deli and I had to give the recipe to everyone

—KIMR4EVA

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Nutrition

Calories
316 kcal
16%

Carbohydrates
6.2 g
2%

Cholesterol
66 mg
22%

Fat
26 g
40%

Fiber
0.5 g
2%

Protein
14.1 g
28%

Sodium
583 mg
23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Quick and Easy Pimento Cheese

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 316
Calories from Fat: 234

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 40 %
Saturated Fat 12.6g 63 %
Cholesterol 66mg 22 %
Sodium 583mg 23 %
** Potassium 108mg 3 %
Total Carbohydrates 6.2g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2 %
Protein 14.1g 28 %
Sugars 4.8g
Vitamin A 26 %
Vitamin C 40 %
Calcium 50 %
Iron 9 %
** Thiamin 2 %
** Niacin 23 %
** Vitamin B6 6 %
** Magnesium 6 %
** Folate 7 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.