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Homemade Pimento Cheese Dip

The Best Homemade Pimento Cheese Recipe

Whip up this homemade pimento cheese dip for any party and watch it disappear! Super simple appetizer.
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Prep Time :10 minutes
Refrigeration Time :30 minutes
Yield: 1 1/2 cups
Author: Amanda Paa

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Ingredients

  • 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese preferably Tillamook
  • 1/3 cup mayonaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 (4 ounce) jar pimento peppers, drained
  • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons minced chives

Instructions

  • Shred cheddar cheese using a grater or food processor, into medium shreds.
  • Add cheddar and remaining ingredients to a bowl and stir to coat and combine. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes prior to serving, up to two days.

Notes

This recipe is adapted from the Smoke, Roots, Mountain, Harvest cookbook, by Lauren McDuffie.