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Southern Pimento Cheese

This classic pimento cheese dip is sure to be a crowd favorite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons mayonaise
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 oz. jarred pimentos, drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper chili flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 8 oz. shredded cheddar

Instructions
 

  • Soften the cream cheese almost to room temperature.
  • Once softened, in a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayo, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
  • Drain the pimentos of all liquid.
  • Add the pimentos, red pepper chili flakes, salt, pepper, garlic salt, and onion powder to the bowl. Combine until evenly distributed.
  • Add in the shredded cheddar and combine.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. Serve with anything you like: crackers, bread, chips, fried green tomatoes, or just a spoon.