The Masters-Style Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich
The Masters Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich recipe is a Masters-style copycat pimento cheese sandwich recipe made with sharp cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and diced pimentos blended into a creamy Southern spread. Soft white sandwich bread holds the rich filling, recreating the simple sandwiches famously served at the Masters Tournament in Augusta.
Servings: 10
Calories: 464kcal
Equipment
- Food processor or cheese grater
- Rubber spatula
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 16 ounces grated Sharp Cheddar cheese Or a combination of Sharp Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 to 12 ounces cream cheese, softened (use less for a looser spread or more for a thicker mixture)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 8 ounces diced pimento drained
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 loaf soft white sandwich bread
Optional:
- chives for garnish
- celery sticks or crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the grated cheeses, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, diced pimento, granulated garlic, and onion powder.
- Using a spatula, blend the ingredients until smooth and well incorporated, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
- Spread the creamy pimento cheese onto slices of soft white sandwich bread, or serve on a platter garnished with chives for dipping. Add celery sticks or crackers on the side and enjoy this Southern classic!
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Notes
Cooking Notes
This classic Southern spread comes together by blending grated cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and diced pimentos until smooth and creamy. Letting the mixture rest in the refrigerator helps the flavors develop and makes the spread easier to work with. Once chilled, it spreads easily onto soft white sandwich bread or can be served as a dip with crackers or fresh vegetables.
Tips for Best Results
- Use freshly grated cheddar cheese for the best flavor and texture.
- Let the cream cheese soften before mixing so the spread blends smoothly.
- Drain the diced pimentos well to prevent the mixture from becoming watery.
- Refrigerate the spread for at least 30 minutes so the flavors develop.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 131mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1528IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 358mg | Iron: 1mg
