Pimento Cheese

Name: Pimento Cheese
Ingredients: 1 pound freshly grated extra-sharp Cheddar (about 4 cups); 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 sweet onion, grated; One 4-ounce jar pimentos, drained and finely chopped; Dash of hot sauce; Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Crackers, for serving; Celery sticks, for serving

8 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 pound freshly grated extra-sharp Cheddar (about 4 cups)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 sweet onion, grated
One 4-ounce jar pimentos, drained and finely chopped
Dash of hot sauce
Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Crackers, for serving
Celery sticks, for serving

Directions

1

Combine the cheese, mayonnaise and onions in a bowl.
2

Stir until well combined.
3

Add the pimentos and hot sauce.
4

Season with salt and pepper.
5

Serve with crackers and celery sticks.
6

Making ahead: The prepared cheese filling can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.