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Gullah Pimento Cheese Recipe

Name: Gullah Pimento Cheese Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Gullah Geechee
Ingredients: 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 jar (4 oz) diced pimentos, drained; 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp fresh chives or green onion, chopped

Published July 28, 2026 · Gullah Geechee Biz

Sharp, creamy, with a hint of heat. This Gullah pimento cheese recipe is the spread that every Lowcountry kitchen keeps ready for company.

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Ingredients

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 jar (4 oz) diced pimentos, drained
2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp fresh chives or green onion, chopped

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack, mayonnaise, pimentos, cream cheese, garlic powder, cayenne, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and vinegar.
Mix until well combined. The texture should be creamy but slightly chunky.
Fold in chives or green onion.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.
Serve on crackers, as a sandwich spread, or stuffed into mini sweet peppers.

💡 Pro Tip: Grate your own cheese — pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that affect the texture. This keeps in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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