Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Pimento Cheese Recipe

Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Pimento Cheese

• Level: Easy
• Yield: 8 servings
• Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 of 8 servings): Calories 427, Total Fat 39 g, Saturated Fat 15 g, Carbohydrates 8 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 11 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 747 mg
• Total Time: 10 min
• Active Time: 10 min

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this fiery twist on classic pimento cheese! Bursting with sharp Cheddar, tangy pickled jalapeos, and a kick of Sriracha, it's inspired by the irresistible version from my favorite Brooklyn spot, Stinky. Quick to whip up in just 10 minutes, this creamy, spicy spread will have you craving moreperfect for game days, parties, or anytime you need a bold, satisfying bite.

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
3/4 cup quality mayonnaise, such as Hellmann's
1 1/2 teaspoons granulated onion (not onion powder)
2 large garlic cloves, grated (refer to Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon whole celery seed
Kosher salt
3/4 cup canned pickled jalapeo peppers, drained and chopped
1/2 cup chopped scallions, including white and green parts (about 3 to 4 scallions)
1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers, drained (approximately 4 ounces)
4 cups grated sharp white Cheddar, preferably 2-year aged Grafton (10 ounces)
1 tablespoon Sriracha
Ritz crackers, corn chips, and/or crudits for serving

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, granulated onion, grated garlic, celery seed, and 1/2 teaspoon salt using a wooden spoon.
2. Fold in the chopped jalapeos, scallions, roasted red peppers, grated Cheddar, and Sriracha until fully combined.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Serve this irresistible, spicy spread immediately with Ritz crackers, corn chips, or fresh cruditswatch it disappear!

Cook's Note: Grate the garlic like you would lemon zest using a fine rasp. For the Cheddar, use the side of a box grater, similar to how you'd grate carrots, to get the best texture.

Adapted from Modern Comfort Food by Ina Garten, Copyright 2020, Clarkson Potter/Publisher. All rights reserved.