Vintage Southern Pimento Cheese Dip Recipe
This Vintage Southern Pimento Cheese Dip is a rich, creamy, and tangy classic made with sharp cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and diced pimentos. It’s an easy make-ahead appetizer that’s perfect as a dip, sandwich spread, or cracker topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimentos, drained
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, stir the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise together until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
- Fold in the freshly shredded cheddar cheese and drained diced pimentos until evenly combined.
- Taste and season with salt as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
- Serve chilled with crackers, fresh vegetables, pretzels, toasted bread, or as a sandwich spread.
Notes
- Use extra-sharp cheddar cheese for a bolder flavor.
- Add chopped jalapeños, cooked crumbled bacon, or green onions for tasty variations.
- Substitute part of the cheddar with smoked cheddar for a smoky twist.
- Blend the dip until smooth if you prefer a creamier texture.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before serving and do not freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
