Description
Indulge in the creamy, flavorful goodness of this Baked Pimiento Cheese Dip. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, this Southern-inspired appetizer is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture:
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 jar (4 oz) diced pimientos, drained
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
- Butter crackers or toasted baguette slices for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine shredded cheddar, cream cheese, and mayonnaise until smooth. Fold in pimientos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Bake: Spoon the mixture into the dish, bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly, and golden. Sprinkle with green onions if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with crackers, baguette slices, or veggies.
Notes
- For a smoky twist, use smoked cheddar or add hot sauce.
- You can prepare the dip in advance and bake it just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
