Pimento Cheese

By linda1949

Ingredients

• 1 4 oz. jar pimentos, drained
• 8 oz. grated sharp orange cheddar cheese (2 cups)
• 1 tablespoon minced shallot
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce OR to taste Tabasco OR cayenne to taste
• Crackers

Preparation

Step 1

If the pimentos are whole, coarsely chop them. Place the cheddar in a bowl and add the remaining ingredients. Blend with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Serve right away or chill overnight to let the flavors blend more. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

Serve with crackers.