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Filipino Cheese Pimiento Spread

Creamy cheese pimiento spread made with cheese, pimientos, and mayonnaise.
Course Spread
Cuisine Filipino
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 163kcal
Author Nora Rey
Cost $4-$6

Equipment

  • Grater

Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated cheese processed cheese or Queso de Bola
  • ½ cup chopped pimientos
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • Honey or sugar to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Paprika to taste (optional)

Instructions

  • Finely chop the pimientos and grate the cheese.
  • In a bowl, combine the cheese, pimientos, and mayonnaise. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  • Taste and adjust with honey or sugar, if desired. Add more mayonnaise if too thick, or more cheese if too soft. Season with salt, pepper, or paprika, if you like.
  • Serve right away, or refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.

Notes

  • Cheese: Use processed cheese for a creamy, slightly salty spread. Queso de Bola, cheddar, or American cheese also work.
  • Pimiento: Jarred pimientos are easiest. You can also use peeled roasted red bell peppers or sweet peppers.

Nutrition

Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 382mg | Potassium: 37mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 334IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 184mg | Iron: 0.3mg