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Pimiento Cheese Spreads

Source of Recipe

copykat.com


List of Ingredients

1 pound sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 4 ounce jar diced pimentos, drained well
1/2 cup mayonnaise may need a little more
Dash of cayenne powder optional
1-2 garlic cloves minced optional




Recipe

Mix all together until well blended. Serve with crackers or use as a sandwich filling.
Another:

4 ounces cream cheese from an 8-ounce package, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 4-ounce jar diced pimientos, drained
1/2 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Pita chips, crackers, assorted breads or celery stalks
Beat first 4 ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese and remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate up to 8 hours. Serve with pita chips, crackers, as a filling for finger sandwiches or on celery stalks. Makes 21/2 cups.