Zesty Pimento Cheese

By ltrodrigu

Ingredients

• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons marinated hot peppers (or pickled jalapeno slices)
• 2 tablespoons marinated garlic cloves (or plain garlic)
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 4-ounce jar chopped pimientos, drained
• 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 ounces shredded pepper jack cheese

Details

Adapted from mysanantonio.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, hot peppers, garlic and mustard. Process until smooth. Add the pimientos and pulse just until combined. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add the cheddar and jack cheeses, then stir to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate.