PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD WITH SHRIMP

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Pimento cheese is a southern thing. It is available in the dairy case almost everywhere here. Problem is, there are as many versions as there are cooks. Wait! I guess that isn't really a problem, but I just couldn't find one that suited our tastes perfectly until I started tweaking one my daughter liked a lot. The addition of shrimp makes it a bit more substantial and attractive to northerners, too! I recommend using Duke's mayo if you are lucky enough to be able get it. Cooking time is chilling time.

Provided by Kats Mom

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 cups, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 ounces diced pimentos, drained
12 medium shrimp or 6 large shrimp, steamed, cooled, peeled and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Beat the cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; add the cheddar cheese and continue beating until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in mayonnaise and garlic powder; stir in pimento and chopped shrimp.
  • Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.1, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 53.6, Carbohydrate 0.6, Sugar 0.2, Protein 1.8

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