I Finally Warmed It Up—Hot Pimento Cheese Dip (Cozy, Simple, So Good)

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

sharp cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: mild cheddar

Reduced-fat cheddar lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado mayo

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Avocado mayo offers healthy fats, while sour cream is often less expensive.

pimento peppers

🥗Healthier: roasted red peppers

💰Cheaper: jarred roasted peppers

Roasted red peppers provide a similar flavor and texture.

Grate 2 cups of mild cheddar cheese.

Grate 2 cups of pepper jack cheese and mix it with the cheddar.

Add 1 cup of mayonnaise to a mixing bowl (eyeball measurement).

Soften cream cheese by placing it in hot water for a few minutes.

Add 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.

Add 1 teaspoon of Louisiana style hot sauce.

Add 0.5 teaspoon of ground mustard.

Add a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional).

Add a pinch of salt and some pepper.

Mix all ingredients well.

Add the shredded cheese mixture to the bowl.

Add 1 can of diced pimentos and mix well.

Chop 0.5 cup of green onions finely and add to the mixture.

Spray a 9x9 casserole dish with cooking spray.

Transfer the mixture to the casserole dish and smooth it out.

Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 15 to 20 minutes.

Remove from oven after 15 minutes and check the cheese pull.

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