Pimento Cheese

Ingredients

• 8 oz extra-sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 jar diced pimentos (4 oz, drained)
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Let cream cheese soften at room temperature.
2. Grate the cheddar cheeses (pre-shredded won't meld as well).
3. Beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
4. Fold in shredded cheeses.
5. Add drained pimentos, cayenne, and garlic powder.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Mix until well combined but still slightly chunky.
8. Refrigerate at least 1 hour for flavors to meld.
9. Serve with crackers, on sandwiches, or stuffed in celery.