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Grilled Pimento Cheese

Irresistibly Creamy Grilled Pimento Cheese Delight

Enjoy a comforting and creamy Grilled Pimento Cheese that brings people together with its rich flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a healthier substitute.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Consider mascarpone cheese for a unique twist.
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Aged gouda is a great alternative.
  • 1 cup Pimento Peppers Roasted red peppers work well if pimentos are unavailable.
  • ¼ cup Chives Green onions can be used for a similar effect.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Vinegar can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper White pepper offers a milder flavor option.
For Grilling
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used in its place if necessary.
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian Seasoning A blend of dried basil and oregano can be a great alternative.
  • 4 slices Rustic Bread or Texas Toast Any thick bread makes a good substitute.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • nonstick skillet
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise, 8 oz of softened cream cheese, and 2 cups of grated sharp cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy, using an electric mixer for ease.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of chopped pimento peppers, ¼ cup of minced chives, the juice of 1 lemon, and a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to the cheese mixture. Blend thoroughly.
  3. Cover the cheese mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Blend 4 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter with ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning in a separate bowl until smooth.
  5. Spread the butter mixture on one side of each slice of rustic bread. Place half the slices, butter side down, on a clean surface, add a scoop of pimento cheese, and top with remaining slices (butter side up).
  6. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and grill the assembled sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Remove grilled sandwiches from skillet, let cool slightly, and cut in half. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 16gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the cheese mixture to chill for at least 1 hour for enhanced flavor. Use thick-cut rustic bread or Texas toast to achieve a delicious crunch.

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