On Fri, 23 May 2008 22:04:38 -0500, zxcvbob
wrote:

I know it's basically shredded sharp cheddar, chopped jarred pimentos (I
think jarred roasted red peppers might be better), maybe some Velveeta*,
and mayo. But what else does it need? A little mustard powder, or
grated onion, or L&P Worcestershire, or cayenne, a pinch of sugar...

This is the recipe I use. It is from James Villas...who grew up in
North Carolina.

Charlotte and Tammy can attest to it being very, very good.

Christine


* Exported from MasterCook *

Pimiento Cheese

Recipe By :James Villas

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 pound extra sharp cheddar cheese -- grated
1 4 ounce jar pimientos -- drained and finely chopped
1/2 cup green olives (optional) -- finely chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise -- homemade or Hellmans
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
black pepper to taste
Tabasco sauce to taste

Add pimentos to grated cheese in mixing bowl, and optional olives. Mix
well. Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice,Worcestershire sauce, pepper
and Tabasco Sauce. Using a fork, stir and mash the mixture til blended
and almost a chunky paste. Scrape the mixture into a crock and serve
with crackers as a canape. Keeps up to a week in the fridge.

Source:
"My Mother's Southern Kitchen"

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