Pimento Cheese

Ingredients

  • House Seasoning:
  • 1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar
  • 1 cup grated Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon House Seasoning, recipe follows
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons pimentos, smashed
  • 1 teaspoon grated onion
  • Cracked black pepper
  • 1 cup salt
  • 1/4 cup black pepper
  • 1/4 cup garlic powder

Preparation

Step 1

Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add all of the remaining ingredients and beat until well blended. It can be used as a dip for crudite or as a sandwich filling.
House Seasoning:
Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.