Light Pimento Cheese

Pimento cheese is a popular Southern dish that originated in the United States. It is often used as a spread for sandwiches or as a dip for crackers and vegetables.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Light Pimento Cheese

Cooking Method: Mixing Cuisine: Southern Courses: Any, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 900

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Cream cheese
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 tablespoon Pimentos, drained and chopped
• 2 tablespoon Mayonnaise
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Garlic powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Onion powder
• ¹⁄₄ dash Hot sauce
• ¹⁄₄ pinch Salt
• ¹⁄₄ pinch Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, pimentos, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper.
2. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Serve chilled with crackers or bread slices.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 4g2%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.