Ingredients
- ¼ pound block yellow cheese such as sharp cheddar colby jack or your favorite variety
- 2 heaping tablespoons Philadelphia chive flavored cream cheese spread
- ½-3/4 cups mayonnaise
- ¼ teaspoon prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon tabasco sauce
- ½ cup chopped roasted red pepper sold whole in bulk olive section of grocery
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Shred or cube cheese
- Place first 5 ingredients in a food processor, pulse until well combined, open processor several time scraping down sides
- Test consistency, additional mayonnaise may be added to make mixture creamier
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Remove cheese mixture to a mixing bowl if using a small food processor
- Add chopped roasted red pepper and stir to combine
Notes
Use immediately for best results, refrigerate remaining cheese in a airtight container for up to three days. Bring to room temperature before spreading
Serving Suggestions:
Spread between two pieces of white bread for traditional Pimento Cheese Sandwiches
Spread thin layer of cheese spread over slices of salami, roll into straws
Serve in celery or as a dip for vegetables
Spread over crackers
Spread between two pieces of white bread for traditional Pimento Cheese Sandwiches
Spread thin layer of cheese spread over slices of salami, roll into straws
Serve in celery or as a dip for vegetables
Spread over crackers