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14 Ways with Pimiento Cheese

January 03, 2012
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Just when you thought pimiento cheese was a mere appetizer spread, think again! Here are 14 delicious recipes with this iconic spread.
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Southern Pimiento Mac and Cheese

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Recipe: Southern Pimiento Mac and Cheese

Two Southern classics come together for the perfect weeknight dinner.

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Pimiento Cheese-Bacon Burger

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Recipe: Pimiento Cheese-Bacon Burger

Dress up our Best Beef Burgers with fresh herbs and a hearty scoop of pimiento cheese and bacon.

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Baked Tex-Mex Pimiento Cheese Dip

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Recipe: Baked Tex-Mex Pimiento Cheese Dip

This warm dip combines undeniably Southern pimiento cheese with a Tex-Mex kick. Serve with French bread cubes.

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Pimiento Cheese-Stuffed Fried Chicken

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Recipe: Pimiento Cheese-Stuffed Fried Chicken

This award-winning recipe takes ordinary fried chicken up a notch by melting pimiento cheese inside the chicken breasts.

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Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwich

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Recipe: Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwiches

Take your normal grilled cheese sandwich up a notch with this classic pimiento cheese recipe instead of just plain Cheddar.

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Pimiento Cheese Biscuit

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Recipe: Pimiento Cheese Biscuit

A true Southern combination, Cornbread Biscuits are piled with a dollop of pimiento cheese, crisp bacon, and pickled jalapeños.

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Macaroni-and-Pimiento Cheese Bites

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Recipe: Macaroni-and-Pimiento Cheese Bites

Wow family and friends with these easy party poppers. You can also bake the mixture in a casserole dish and use the breadcrumb coating as a crispy topping.

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    Smoky “Pimiento” Cheese Sandwiches

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    Recipe: Smoky “Pimiento” Cheese Sandwiches

    Smoked Cheddar, Gouda, and sun-dried tomatoes provide a terrific twist on traditional pimiento cheese. Spread on sourdough and dark wheat bread and cut into smaller sandwiches for easy pickup. Serve with grapes and apples.

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    Pimiento Cheese Scones

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    Recipe: Pimiento Cheese Scones

    A buttery-rich scone is nothing more than a glorified biscuit—made even more delicious with the addition of pimiento cheese.

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    New South Jalapeño Pimiento Cheese

    Recipe: New South Jalapeño Pimiento Cheese

    The jalapeños in New South Jalapeño Pimiento Cheese get spicier overnight. Try pairing the milder version with sweet tea and the spicier version with longnecks for getting together with friends.

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    Pimiento Cheese Cookies

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    Recipe: Pimiento Cheese Cookies

    Sweet and savory make a perfect pairing in these party bites. We used Palmetto Cheese, a South Carolina favorite, to create a twist on cheese straws.

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    Smoky Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs

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    Recipe: Smoky Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs

    Chef Jason Hill of Atlanta’s Wisteria Restaurant combined two Southern standards into one exceptional deviled egg.

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    Pimiento Cheese Rolls

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    Recipe: Pimiento Cheese Rolls

    These are cheesy, buttery, and altogether addicting. They’re great in a bread basket, served alongside chili, or as an appetizer.

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    "Some Like It Hot" Pimiento Cheese Sandwich

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    Recipe: "Some Like It Hot" Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwiches

    Grill the mother of all pimiento cheese sandwiches by adding bacon and strawberry preserves for a sweet and cheesy treat. Better plan on second helpings—it’s that good!

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    1 of 14 Southern Pimiento Mac and Cheese
    2 of 14 Pimiento Cheese-Bacon Burger
    3 of 14 Baked Tex-Mex Pimiento Cheese Dip
    4 of 14 Pimiento Cheese-Stuffed Fried Chicken
    5 of 14 Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwich
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