Pimento Cheese

Directions

1. 1
   Roast the red bell peppers and jalapeno over flame on a gas stove or under a hot broiler until the skins are blackened.
2. 2
   Transfer to a tightly sealed bowl or bag and let steam for 15 minutes (this will loosen the skin and make them easier to peel).
3. 3
   Peel the peppers and remove the seeds.
4. 4
   Finely chop and set aside.
5. 5
   Grate the cheeses into a large bowl.
6. 6
   Stir in the peppers, salt, pepper, and mayonnaise.
7. 7
   Mash it with a fork until it gets to a spreadable consistency.
8. 8
   Chill for at least 2 hours.
9. 9
   Serve with Ritz crackers and celery sticks.
10. 10
    Loosely adapted from Epicurious.