Simply Southern Bento Box
Description
This bento box lunch recipe has Southern favorites including pimento cheese, deviled eggs, creamy cucumber salad, and fresh sliced peaches.
Ingredients
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1/3 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
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2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
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1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
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1 1/2 tablespoons pimento peppers, drained and chopped
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1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno pepper
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1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
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1/8 teaspoon onion powder
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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2 eggs
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2 teaspoons mayonnaise
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1/8 teaspoon paprika
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1/8 teaspoon mustard powder
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dill weed
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2 cucumbers, sliced
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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6 crackers, or as desired
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1 peach, sliced
Directions
1
Combine Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise, pimento peppers, jalapeno pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat at medium speed until thoroughly combined. Transfer to the refrigerator.
2
Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water, cool under cold running water, and peel. Cut in half lengthwise.
3
Mash yolks, 2 teaspoons mayonnaise, paprika, and mustard powder together in a bowl. Spoon filling into egg whites. Transfer to the refrigerator.
4
Mix sour cream, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and dill together in a bowl. Add cucumbers; stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to the refrigerator.
5
Place pimento cheese in a small container; surround with crackers. Add 2 deviled egg halves, cucumber salad, and sliced peaches to divided sections of the bento box.