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Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich

Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich
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The Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich is a creamy, tangy, and comforting Southern classic featuring a luscious pimento cheese spread made from sharp cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, roasted red pimentos, and a hint of mustard, served on soft white bread. Perfect for quick lunches, picnics, or nostalgic snacks, this versatile sandwich can be enjoyed cold or toasted, delivering rich texture and irresistible flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Pimento Cheese Spread

  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup roasted red pimentos, diced and well drained
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

For the Sandwich

  • 2 slices white bread

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pimento Cheese Spread: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded sharp cheddar, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and diced roasted red pimentos. Add yellow mustard, salt, and pepper, then mix everything until smooth and thoroughly combined.
  2. Taste and Adjust: Sample your pimento cheese spread and adjust seasoning as desired, adding more salt, pepper, or mustard to suit your taste preferences.
  3. Assemble the Sandwich: Generously spread the prepared pimento cheese mixture onto one slice of white bread, then top it with the second slice to form a sandwich.
  4. Optional Toasting: If you prefer a warm sandwich, toast it in a skillet over medium heat until the bread is golden brown and the cheese spread is warmed through, about 2 minutes per side.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Slice the sandwich diagonally or into halves, serve immediately, and enjoy the creamy, tangy flavor of your homemade Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich.

Notes

  • Cheese Choice Matters: Use freshly shredded sharp cheddar for better flavor and texture instead of pre-shredded cheese.
  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Let cream cheese and mayonnaise sit out briefly to blend more smoothly.
  • Drain Pimentos: Ensure pimentos are well drained to prevent a watery spread.
  • Customize Texture: Add chopped pecans or celery if you like a crunchy twist in your spread.
  • Don’t Over-Toast: Toast the sandwich only until golden brown to avoid drying it out.
  • Variations: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce for heat, fresh herbs like chives or dill for brightness, swap bread types, or include bacon for extra smoky flavor.

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Keywords: Southern pimento cheese sandwich, pimento cheese spread, Southern comfort food, creamy cheese sandwich, tangy pimento, quick sandwich recipe

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