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Chipotle Pimento Cheese

This smoky & spicy version of this Southern classic cheese spread will be a great addition to your party appetizers or snacks!

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Cheese Dip
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 12
Author www.recipeforaparty.com

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 Chipotle chilies in adobo, chopped
  • 1 lb extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 4 oz jars of chopped pimentos, drained
  • 3 tbsp chives, minced

Instructions

  1. Place the mayo, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, chipotle chilies and half the shredded cheese in a food processor, if you have one, otherwise mix by hand or use a hand mixer and blend until smooth.
  2. Stir in the remaining cheese, pimentos and chives
  3. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for two hours before serving so the flavors can mingle with each other

  4. Serve with crackers, veggies or as a spread for sandwiches. Makes 3 cups