Tag: Pimento Cheese

Pimento Cheese & Bacon Dog

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Prepare your classic pimento cheese.
  2. Using toothpicks on each end, wrap your hot dogs with bacon.
  3. Preheat your air fryer or oven to 400 F degrees.
  4. Cook your hot dogs in the air fryer for 18 to 20 minutes at 400 F degrees. Check periodically after 10 minutes and cook to the doneness you prefer for the bacon. If using an oven, cook at 400 F degrees for 18 to 20 minutes. Check periodically after 14 minutes and cook to the doneness you prefer for the bacon. Note: You can also cook it on a grill but cook time will vary based on the heat of the grill and placement on the grill.
  5. Assemble the hot dog: hot dog bun, bacon wrapped hot dog, pimento cheese, and pickle spear (optional). Add some sliced jalapeños if you would like.

Classic Pimento Cheese

Ingredients

  • 8oz Mild Cheddar Cheese – shredded
  • 8oz Jack Cheese – shredded
  • 4oz Cream Cheese – softened and cut into cubes
  • 4oz Pimentos – diced
  • 1/2 Cup Mayo
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/4 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1/8 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/8 Tsp Onion Powder

Directions

  1. In large bowl, place all of the ingredients and mix well with a hand mixer on low for 2 to 3 minutes. Ensure that you incorporate all of the ingredients until it is smooth.
  2. Place in a container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Serve and enjoy!

Kicked Up Pimento Cheese

Ingredients

  • 8 Oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese – block
  • 8 Oz Monterey Jack Cheese – block
  • 1/2 Cup Mayo
  • 4 Oz Jar Pimentos
  • 2 Tbs Pickled Jalapenos – diced
  • 1 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1/4 Tsp Paprika

Directions

  1. Shred the cheese blocks and set aside.
  2. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  3. Add the cheese to the bowl and fold everything together to combine.
  4. Place in a container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Serve with your favorite chips, crackers, or vegetables. Enjoy!

NOTE: You can also use this in a grilled or on top of a burger.