Baked Pimiento Cheese Dip

Name: Baked Pimiento Cheese Dip
Total time: 120 min
Ingredients: 1 (10-oz.) block sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 (10-oz.) block extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 8 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled; 1/2 small onion, finely grated; 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 (4-oz.) jars diced pimiento, drained; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Baked Pimiento Cheese Dip is a Southern sandwich staple, but it also makes a delicious dip. Serve it in your slow cooker to keep it warm and velvety.

By Southern Living Editors

Published on August 7, 2018

Baked Pimiento Cheese Dip — Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Hands On Time:

17 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs

Yield:

5 cups

Ingredients

1 (10-oz.) block sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (10-oz.) block extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon cornstarch
8 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
1/2 small onion, finely grated
1 cup mayonnaise
2 (4-oz.) jars diced pimiento, drained
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Toss together cheeses and cornstarch in a medium bowl. Add half of bacon, onion, and remaining ingredients; stir well to blend. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with remaining half of bacon.
Cover and cook on Low 2 to 3 hours or until melted and bubbly. Serve warm with crackers.
Note: We tested with Cracker Barrel Sharp and Extra Sharp Cheddar cheeses.