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Alex's Pimiento Cheese




Source of Recipe


Taste of the South (April-May 2011)






List of Ingredients



• 6 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
  
• 6 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
  
• 4 ounces applewood-smoked Cheddar cheese, shredded
  
• 3 ounces Maytag blue cheese, crumbled
  
• 1½ cups mayonnaise, preferably Hellmann's
  
• 5 ounces sliced green olives, drained
  
• 4 ounces diced pimientos, drained
  
• 2 to 3 Tbsp diced pickled jalapeño peppers
  
• ¼ tsp ground red pepper
  
• Assorted crackers (optional)
  






Instructions



1. In a large bowl, combine cheeses, tossing gently by hand. Add mayonnaise, olives, pimientos, jalapeños, and red pepper, folding until mayonnaise is evenly distributed. Refrigerate for a few hours to allow flavors to blend.
   
   Serve with crackers, if desired.
   
   Makes 6 to 8 servings.
   






Final Comments


The key to a great batch of pimiento cheese is to shred the cheese yourself. Pre-shredded cheese contains additives to prevent it from clumping together; these can affect the taste.