Fabulous Pimiento Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 (8-ounce) loaf process cheese spread, cubed
• 1 (8-ounce) package shredded three-cheese gourmet Cheddar cheese blend
• 1 (8-ounce) package refrigerated shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimiento, drained
• 1 cup mayonnaise

Preparation

1. Process half of cheeses in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Transfer to a bowl.
2. Process remaining cheeses, sugar, salt, and pepper in food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Stir into cheese mixture in bowl; stir in pimiento and mayonnaise.
3. NOTE: Jalapeño Pimiento Cheese: Stir in 2 seeded, minced jalapeño peppers.