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Jalapeno Pimiento Cheese in an aqua enamel bowl with a wooden handled spreader resting on the side and surrounded by a variety of crackers on a dark wooden board.

Easy Southern Jalapeño Pimiento Cheese Spread

I've upped the ante by adding jalapeños to my favorite pimento cheese recipe, adding a spicy kick to the rich and creamy spread. My favorite way to use this pimento cheese spread is in grits, spooned on top of burgers, or simply served with celery sticks or your favorite cracker.
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Course: Appetizer, Condiments and Sauces, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
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Equipment

  • cheese grater
  • microplane grater
  • dry measuring cup
  • measuring spoons
  • chef's knife
  • strainer

Ingredients

  • 1 (8-ounce) block extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ½ (8-ounce) block white Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (I like Duke's)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon grated yellow onion
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
  • 2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
  • Crackers for serving

Instructions

  • Shred the cheeses with a box grater.
  • Stir together the mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, grated onion, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Fold in the cheeses, pimentos, and jalapeños and stir until combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • If making ahead, let stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Serve with crackers and celery sticks, if desired.