PIMIENTO CHEESE #1

Ingredients

• 8 oz sharp white cheddar, finely grated (I used Tillamook)
• 8 oz sharp yellow cheddar, roughly grated (I used Tillamook)
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 (4 oz) jar diced pimientos
• 3/4 C mayonnaise (plus more to adjust consistency at the end)
• 1 t whole-grain mustard
• 1/2 t smoked paprika
• 1/4 t cayenne pepper
• freshly ground pepper, to taste
• crackers + crisps + raw veggies for dipping

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the cheese, scallions, pimientos, mayonnaise, mustard, smoked paprika and cayenne. Mix well.

2. Season generously with ground pepper. Add additional mayonnaise to reach desired consistency.

3. Serve immediately with a variety of dippers.

Serves 6 - 8

To Be Noted

• If you refrigerate the pimiento cheese before serving, let it sit at room temperature for at least 10 minutes to soften.

Categories: Small Eats + Smoothies, Starters + Sides

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