Pimento Cheese Sandwiches Recipe

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Directions

1. Mix together 2 cups shredded extra-sharp yellow cheddar cheese, cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons diced pimentos, 2 tablespoons finely grated onion, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard, and teaspoon cayenne pepper. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste. Spread generously onto slices of white bread.

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How to Prepare Pimento Cheese Sandwiches: 4 Variations

Dive into the bold flavors of Southern-style pimento cheese sandwiches, crafted in four mouthwatering ways. From timeless classics to grilled delights, BLT twists, and dainty tea sandwichesno golf game needed to indulge in this iconic treat!

Main Ingredients

These easy sandwiches start with creamy pimento cheese spread between slices of bread. Amp up the excitement with optional add-ons, but skip lettuce for the grilled version to avoid sogginess.

Optional Add-Ons

• Softened butter (perfect for grilling)
• Crisp lettuce leaves
• Fresh tomato slices
• Cooked crispy bacon strips
• Fresh jalapeo slices
• Dill pickle slices
• Dash of hot sauce

4 Ways to Prepare Pimento Cheese Sandwiches

Grab a serrated bread knife for neat slices, especially on tea sandwiches. Few tools needed to create these crowd-pleasers!

1. Traditional Pimento Cheese Sandwich

• Spread pimento cheese over one slice of bread.
• Add one or two optional toppings if desired.
• Top with a second slice of bread.
• Slice diagonally in half and savor the creamy crunch.

2. Tea or Finger Sandwiches

• Assemble as traditional, skipping the diagonal cut.
• Remove crusts carefully.
• Cut into four triangles or fingers for elegant, bite-sized bliss.

3. Grilled Pimento Cheese

• Build the traditional sandwich.
• Butter the exterior of both bread slices lightly.
• Fry in a skillet over medium heat, about 3 minutes per side, until golden and gooey.
• Slice in half and serve hot for ultimate comfort.

4. Pimento Cheese BLT

• Toast two bread slices.
• Spread a thin layer of pimento cheese on each.
• Layer crunchy lettuce on one slice.
• Add tomato slices, seasoned with salt and pepper.
• Top with 2-3 bacon slices.
• Cap with the remaining bread slice.
• Cut in half and dig in!

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How to Make Pimento Cheese Sandwiches

Master this Southern icon in four styles: classic, grilled, BLT, or tea sandwichesready in minutes for your next snack, party, or meal.

Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 5 minutes Yield: 1 sandwich Category: Sandwiches & Wraps Method: No-cook Cuisine: Southern

Ingredients

• Sliced sandwich bread
• Prepared pimento cheese

Optional add-ons:

• Softened butter (for grilled)
• Crunchy lettuce
• Sliced tomatoes
• Crispy bacon
• Sliced fresh jalapeos
• Dill pickles
• Hot sauce

Instructions

Classic Preparation

• Spread pimento cheese on one bread slice.
• Add 1-2 optional items if you like.
• Top with another bread slice.
• Cut diagonally and serve.

Tea Sandwiches

• Prepare as classic, but trim crusts first.
• Cut into 4 triangles or rectangles.

Grilled Pimento Cheese

• Assemble classic sandwich.
• Butter outsides of bread.
• Cook 3 minutes per side until crispy and gooey.
• Slice and serve warm.

Pimento Cheese BLT

• Toast bread slices.
• Spread pimento cheese lightly on both.
• Add lettuce to one.
• Layer tomatoes with seasoning.
• Add bacon, then top bread.
• Halve and serve.

Simple Pimento Cheese Spread Recipe

Make your own zesty spread at homeenough for several sandwiches and endless inspiration!

• cup softened cream cheese
• cup mayonnaise
• teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• teaspoon onion powder
• teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
• cup drained diced pimentos

1. Combine cream cheese and mayo until creamy.
2. Mix in spices and seasonings.
3. Fold in cheddar and pimentos.
4. Chill if desired before spreading.

These no-cook gems are your ticket to Southern joyadd jalapeos for fire or bacon for smoky depth, and watch them disappear at any gathering!