Homemade Pimento Cheese is very easy to make in about 10 minutes and is way better than any store-bought version you'll find. Pimento cheese is Southern cheddar cheese and pimento spread or dip. It's great for a sandwich, on a cracker, in your wrap, or with some fresh vegetables.
In a large mixing bowl cream together with a spoon or hand mixer the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, and hot sauce.
Shred the cheddar cheese, and stir into the cream cheese until combined.
Serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 10 days.
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Be sure to let the cream cheese come to room temperature prior to using it for this cheese dip. If you are short on time then microwave without the wrapper for 15-30 seconds prior to use.Using a blend of different cheddar cheeses is delicious.To make the flavor a little different you can add cracked black pepper, sliced green onion, or Worcestershire sauce to the cheese spread.To crank up the heat add more hot sauce, cayenne pepper, or chopped jalapeno to the homemade pimento cheese.