Description
A Southern comfort classic with a perfect balance of creamy, tangy pimento cheese and golden, crispy grilled bread. This easy-to-make sandwich showcases rich sharp cheddar and sweet pimentos in a melty, buttery masterpiece that’s satisfying and versatile.
Ingredients
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons drained pimientos, chopped
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 slices white bread
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Shred sharp cheddar cheese and drain pimientos thoroughly
In a bowl, mix shredded cheese, pimientos, mayonnaise, cream cheese, and Dijon mustard until smooth
Split bread into 2 halves, butter one side of each
Spoon cheese mixture onto one half of the bread, season with salt and pepper, then top with second half (buttered side up)
Heat a skillet over medium-low heat, place sandwiches in pan, and cook 3-4 minutes per side until toasted and melty
Notes
Use high-quality sharp cheddar for maximum flavor
Mayonnaise is key for the signature creamy texture
Serve with cucumber agua fresca for a refreshing contrast
Substitute pimientos with roasted red peppers if unavailable
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: BBQ & Cookout
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American (Southern-inspired)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg