Southern Pimento Cheese, cold

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Pre-Notes

This pimento cheese can also be used for grilled cheese sandwiches.

Ingredients

1. 2 c extra sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (8 oz)
2. 1 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese, softened
3. 1/2 c mayonnaise, (4 oz)
4. 1/4 t garlic powder
5. 1/4 t ground cayenne pepper
6. 1/4 t onion powder
7. 1/4 t dry mustard
8. 1/4 t Worcestershire sauce
9. 1/2 -1 t Crystal hot sauce (optional)
10. 1 (4 oz) jar pimento, drained
11. salt
12. white pepper
13. crackers or fresh vegetables for dipping

Instructions

1. Place the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, pimento, salt and white pepper, to taste, into large bowl of a mixer.
2. Beat at medium speed, until well blended.
3. Serve with crackers and/or raw vegetables.