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Robert St. John

Restaurateur, author, enthusiastic traveler, & world-class eater.

Pimento Cheese

This pimento cheese recipe was inspired by the ground-breaking Southern chef, Bill Neal.

Ingredients

12 ounces aged white cheddar cheese, shredded and at room temperature

3 /4 cup  parmesan cheese, freshly grated

1 /2 cup roasted red peppers, diced

1 /3 cup homemade mayonnaise

2 tsp horseradish

1 tsp creole seasoning

1 /2  tsp hot sauce

1 /4 tsp chili powder

1 /8 tsp ground cumin

1 /8 tsp black pepper

1 tsp bourbon

1 tsp Worcestershire

1 tsp garlic powder

2 tsp dehydrated onion

Instructions

Using the paddle attachment of an electric mixer, combine all ingredients until well blended.

 

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours to allow flavors to combine.

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