Creamy Pimento Cheese

Prep time: 15 min
Servings: 10
Yield: 10 servings
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Description

This creamy pimento cheese is made with cream cheese, Cheddar, mayonnaise, and garlic powder. It is delicious spread on crackers or in a sandwich.

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 pinch garlic powder
• 1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained

Directions

1 Beat cream cheese in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add cheese and mix until light and fluffy. Beat in mayonnaise and garlic powder; stir in pimentos until incorporated. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

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