Southern Cheese Dip (Print-Friendly Version)
A rich, smooth blend of pimentos, gouda, and cheddar—ideal for dipping or spreading on sandwiches and more.
# Ingredients:
→ Cheese Blend
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8 oz of smoked Gouda, shredded
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8 oz of sharp cheddar, shredded
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8 oz of cream cheese, brought to room temperature
→ Extra Ingredients
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Half a cup of mayo
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8 oz of pimentos or roasted red peppers, diced
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1/2 tsp of onion powder
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1/2 tsp of powdered mustard seeds
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Add cayenne for heat, based on your spice preference
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About 2 tsp of dried parsley (you don’t have to add this, though)
# Steps:
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In a large bowl, toss all of the ingredients in except for cayenne.
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Use either a spoon or a hand mixer, and combine until smooth or however you like it. Sprinkle some cayenne in at this point to adjust the spice level.
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Let it sit in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving and up to a day. Finish it with parsley on top, if that’s your thing.
# Notes:
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Works great as a spread or even a dip
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Goes well on burgers, sandwiches, or stuffed in baked potatoes
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Using freshly grated cheese makes all the difference