Golf, The Masters, and the South all seem to go effortlessly together. Pimento cheese is a common food in the Southern United States. This pimento cheese recipe is a great spread recipe. Spread on crackers, bread, toast or whatever suits your desires. Prepare a batch in time for the first broadcast from Augusta, Georgia and enjoy a definite Southern tradition! 

1 pound sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1 small red onion, chopped

8–10 ounces pimentos or roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

1 bunch green onions, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup mayonnaise*

Ground white pepper to taste

1. In a large bowl, combine cheese, red onion and pimentos.

2. In a smaller bowl, mix green onions and garlic with mayonnaise, then add to cheese mixture and blend thoroughly.

3. Add white pepper and stir well to combine thoroughly.

Chill a few hours before serving.

Makes 3 cups.

Nutrition:

Per serving (2 Tbsp/47g-wt.):

90 calories (60 from fat);

7g total fat;

4.5g saturated fat;

20mg cholesterol;

125mg sodium;

1g total carbohydrate (0g dietary fiber, 1g sugar);

4g protein;

Recipe and photo courtesy of Whole Foods Market.

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Angie@Angie's Recipes

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They are a great party food!

Wednesday 24 March 2010, 20:32

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Rosa

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That looks great! Nice fingerfood!

Cheers,

Rosa

Thursday 25 March 2010, 11:02

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