What is pimento cheese?
Hailing from the South, pimento cheese is a popular, zesty sandwich spread. Pimento cheese is typically made from sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise and pimento peppers, but there are many variations on the classic recipe. Pimento cheese sandwiches are among the top-selling sandwiches at the annual Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Ga.OriginsDeveloped in the South, pimento cheese became popular and available in the early 1900s.PimentosPimentos are small, red peppers with a sweet, mildly spicy flavor.Cheese SubstitutesAlthough sharp cheddar cheese is most commonly used, there are versions made with American cheese, cream cheese and Monterey cheese.Other IngredientsIn addition to the traditional ingredients, some batches of pimento cheese consist of onions, garlic, jalapenos and dill pickles.Serving SuggestionsTypically, a pimento cheese sandwich is served between two slices of white bread.