Pimento Cheese

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped sage
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 8 ounces Colby cheese, grated (2 cups)
  • 8 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, grated (2 cups)
  • 1 (4-ounce) jar chopped pimentos, drained
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sage, lemon juice, mustard, cayenne, and Worcestershire sauce with a rubber spatula.

Add the two cheeses and pimientos, blending thoroughly to combine. Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Refrigerate until ready to use.