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While pimento cheese (that’s yellow cheddar, white cheddar, and pimentos, for the non-doctrinated folk) is traditionally served as a dip, it’s also made its way into grilled cheese filling, a baked cheese appetizer, and even deviled eggs. Tempted yet? Scroll down to check out ways that you can transform pimento cheese into 15 different recipes.
Bacon Pimento Cheese Ball
No decent party is complete without a cheeseball (and we don’t mean your goofy cousin). Switch it up by incorporating the classic pimento cheese ingredients and rolling the ball in bacon and chopped chives. (via Garnish With Lemon)
Bacon Wrapped Pimento Cheese Jalapeños
Just when you think that jalapeño poppers couldn’t get any better, you stuff them with pimento cheese and wrap them in bacon. Your tailgate will never be the same. (via Basil and Bubbly)
Southern-Style Pimento Cheese Dip
Chopped tomatoes and scallions give this creamy dip a necessary burst of freshness. Serve with plenty of wheat crackers or toast points for scooping. (via My Modern Cookery)
Ham and Pimento Cheese Pinwheels
If you need a tasty appetizer in a flash, it doesn’t get much quicker than these ham and pimento cheese pinwheels. (via Plain Chicken)
Hot Ham and Pimento Cheese Sandwiches
Take your hot ham and cheese love to the next level by swapping the sliced variety for pimento cheese. (via Plain Chicken)
Pimento Cheese and Bacon Mini Cheese Ball Bites
These mini pimento cheese ball bites ensure that everyone gets their own bite — and no double dipping occurs. (via Five Heart Home)
Pimento Cheese BLT
Upgrade the classic combo with the Southern spread for a gourmet-worthy lunch. (via Peas and Crayons)
Pimento Cheese Breakfast Bake
Whether you’re having guests over for brunch or you’re just craving breakfast for dinner, this cheesy breakfast bake is a winner. Layer flaky crescent rolls on the bottom, followed by browned sausage, eggs, and a topping of pimento cheese. (via Seeded at the Table)
Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs
Once you try pimento cheese in your deviled eggs, you’ll wonder why you haven’t done it your whole life. To make the center ultra-creamy, pulse all of the ingredients in a food processor before filling. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Pimento Cheese Fillo Cups
Make these pimento cheese-filled fillo cups for your next football party, and they’ll disappear faster than you can plate them. (via Lemons for Lulu)
Pimento Cheese Drop Biscuits
You know those famous cheddar biscuits you can get at that popular seafood restaurant? These are very similar to those, only *way* better. (via The Beach House Kitchen)
Fried Green Tomato and Pimento Cheese Sandwiches
It doesn’t get more Southern than fried green tomatoes and pimento cheese. When paired together, the two are one delicious force to be reckoned with. (via Buns in My Oven)
Pimento Cheese Chicken Quesadillas With Jalapeños
These quesadillas are cheesy, crispy, spicy, creamy, and most importantly… easy. They’re filled with rotisserie chicken, pickled jalapeños, and pimento cheese, and you’re going to crave them constantly. (via How Sweet It Is)
Pimento Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Thankfully, pimento cheese can just as easily be incorporated into your weekly dinner routine. Stuff into a butterflied chicken breast and coat with seasoned breadcrumbs before baking to perfection. (via Emily Bites)
Tex Mex Hot Pimento Cheese Dip
Along with the usual pimento cheese ingredients, this spicy baked dip has plenty of diced jalapeño for added heat. Take the time to shred your own cheese to get that perfect melty blend. (via House of Yumm)
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