Creamy Three Cheese Pimento Cheese
Servings 4 Cups
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded colby cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
- 1 4 oz jar diced pimentos drained [reserve 2 Tbsp of juice]
- 1 1/2-2 cups real mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup half and half optional
- 1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, half and half and pimento juice until all lumps have completely dissolved. Start with 1 1/2 cups of mayonnaise and reserve the rest to add later, if you'd like a smoother consistency.
- Add Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Continue to whisk until the seasonings are fully incorporated. To the bowl add shredded cheese. Switch to a spatula, mixing well. Fold in pimentos.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to marry.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container chilled for up to 5-7 days.
Notes
If you choose to use pre-shredded cheese, you may need to increase the amount of mayonnaise. The pre-shredded cheeses are much drier than freshly grated cheese. I recommend starting with 1 1/2 cups of mayo and increasing to suit your taste.