By Becky Hardin
Published May 19, 2018
Want to learn how to make Pimento Cheese? You’ve come to the right place! This homemade Pimento Cheese Recipe is bold and full of flavor. The classic Southern spread is perfect to serve at parties, and of course, it makes an amazing pimento cheese sandwich. With tasty Colby cheese and sweet Pimento peppers, this is the best cheese spread!
Why We Love This Pimento Cheese Recipe
When I was 12, my family went on a 5 week RV trip with my grandparents across the US and through part of Canada (to go to the National Barbershop Quartet Convention… you heard me), and the only thing I remember eating was pimento cheese sandwiches. Making this recipe makes me think of my Grandma Gall and miss her so much!
This cheese is generally used as a spread and it makes a really tasty sandwich. I love the bold flavor of the cheese and mayonnaise, with just that little hint of sweet pepper from the Pimentos . It’s a fun thing to serve at parties, and it’s good for a quick lunch recipe.
Variations on Homemade Pimento Cheese
The great thing about this recipe is that you can change things up and make it how you like it. Make it creamier by adding more mayonnaise. Make it sweeter by adding a bit more sugar. You can add more vinegar for a bolder taste, and you can mix in other cheese along with the Colby for something different.
Start with this recipe, and then play around with it the next time you make it. Or you can stick to my recipe because, like I said, it’s the best!
How to Store and Reheat
This homemade Pimento cheese will last in the refrigerator for about 10 days. Be sure to store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh. After making this I popped the lid on, kept it in the fridge, and ate it all week.
Serving Suggestions
Pimento cheese is the perfect thing to serve at parties! It adds flavor to all kinds of snacks and appetizers, like these Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs . Serve it with a variety of crackers (get some hearty ones so you can pile on the cheese), fresh veggies (celery, carrots sticks, bell peppers), or make mini Pimento Cheese Sandwiches!
It’s also amazing atop Stovetop Burgers or added to Grilled Cheese . And it’s perfect for my Pimento Cheeseburgers !
More Cheese Dip Recipes To Try
- White Queso
- Nacho Cheese Sauce
- Rotel Dip
- Homemade Boursin Cheese
- Healthy Queso
Notes from the Test Kitchen
Adjust the ingredients to your liking. If you want sweeter, just add a little more sugar; if you want a more acidic taste, add more vinegar. If you want a creamier Pimento Cheese Spread, add more mayonnaise.
5-Star Review
“This is the recipe I’ve been looking for! Really delicious. Thank goodness I found it on only the second try. Love to your Grandma.” -Linnielou
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- ▢ 1 pound Colby cheese shredded or grated
- ▢ 4 ounces chopped pimentos including juice (1 jar)
- ▢ 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ▢ 1 tablespoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- ▢ 2 tablespoons mayonnaise not Miracle Whip
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Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a medium-size mixing bowl until well combined. 1 pound Colby cheese, 4 ounces chopped pimentos, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Becky’s Tips
- Adjust the ingredients to your liking. If you want sweeter, just add a little more sugar; if you want a more acidic taste, add more vinegar. If you want a creamier Pimento Cheese Spread, add more mayonnaise.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Pimento Cheese Step by Step
Pimento Cheese Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound Colby cheese shredded or grated
- 4 ounces chopped pimentos including juice (1 jar)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise not Miracle Whip
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a medium-size mixing bowl until well combined. 1 pound Colby cheese, 4 ounces chopped pimentos, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Video
Notes
- Adjust the ingredients to your liking. If you want sweeter, just add a little more sugar; if you want a more acidic taste, add more vinegar. If you want a creamier Pimento Cheese Spread, add more mayonnaise.
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By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
