The Best Pimento Cheese
This low-carb and keto-friendly recipe can be used as a spread on a sandwich or as a dip for an appetizer.
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Servings: 12
Calories: 450kcal
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Ingredients
- 1½ c. mayonnaise
- 1 4 oz. jar diced pimiento, drained
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp. onion finely chopped
- ¼ tsp. ground red pepper
- ½ c. pecans chopped
- 1 lb. block sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
Instructions
- Mix the mayo, drained pimiento, Worcestershire sauce, onion and ground red pepper together in a large bowl until well blended.
- Chop pecans then toast them for 8-10 minutes in a 350ºF oven; stir halfway through. Let cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Freshly shred your cheese. Don't cheat and use pre-shredded cheese—the freshly shredded cheese makes ALLLLLL the difference in this recipe!
- Add pecans and cheese to mayo mixture, stirring until blended. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 20-40 minutes.
- Serve with celery sticks or our low-carb crackers.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 14gFat: 45gFiber: 1.5g