You don’t need to be a golf pro to make this fancy pimento cheese sandwich recipe.
Pimento cheese spread is made with savory spices blended into cheddar, cream cheese, mayo, and pimentos.
Served on white bread just like the signature sandwich at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club, this sandwich will be a hit at picnics, parties, and BBQs.
We Love These Pimento Cheese Sandwiches Because…
- The filling has a comforting blend of cream cheese and sweet pimentos.
- Known as the ‘caviar of the South’ pimento cheese is delightfully savory and spicy.
- The spread is enveloped in white bread, for a soft satisfying bite every time.
- It has easy to find and affordable ingredients.
What’s in a Pimento Cheese Sandwich?
Cheese: Sharp cheddar is your best bet for the boldest flavor, but you can use mild, Velveeta, or even some blue cheese or feta.
Cream Cheese: Whole fat or lite cream cheese adds creamy texture plus blends better and faster if it’s used at room temperature.
Mayonnaise: Any brand will do. Avoid sandwich spreads like Miracle Whip dressing because they’re too sweet against the cheddar cheese and pimentos.
Bread: This recipe calls for white bread for the authentic golf club recipe, but you can use any bread you like, or even tortillas.
Variations
- Some like it hot. Try it with ½ -1 diced fresh jalapeno (seeds removed), or a small can of jalapenos, or a splash of Tabasco.
- Add color and flavor with optional sundried tomatoes or black olives.
- Serve as a filler for devilled eggs and jalapeno poppers. Make mile-high pimento cheese sandwiches using thick slices of cucumber, tomatoes, or tangy homemade pickles.
How to Make Pimento Cheese Sandwiches
Pimento cheese sandwiches are full of fresh and zesty flavors.
- In a large bowl, add all pimento cheese ingredients (recipe below) and mix thoroughly.
- Spread cheese from edge to edge equally on 4 slices of bread and top with remaining slices.
- Cut on the diagonal and serve.
Storing Leftover Pimento Cheese
- Keep pimento cheese separate from bread in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- We do not recommend freezing pimento cheese because it will become grainy when thawed due to its high dairy content.
- Use refrigerated leftovers as a spread on burgers, wraps, or dip served with crackers, chips, or veggies.
More Tasty Sandwich Recipes
Did you enjoy this Pimento Cheese Sandwich recipe? Leave a comment and rating below!
Pimento Cheese Sandwich
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese orange
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese white
- 4 ounces blue cheese crumbled
- 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mayonnaise light if preferred
- 4 ounces diced pimentos well drained
- 2 Tablespoons dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or to taste
- 1 loaf white bread
Instructions
- To a large mixing bowl, add all ingredients (except bread) and mix to combine thoroughly*. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as desired.
- If time permits, cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before making sandwiches.
- Divide pimento cheese mixture evenly between 6 slices of bread, spreading from edge to edge. Top each slice with a second slice of bread. Cut on the diagonal and serve!
Notes
- Pimento cheese sandwiches taste best at room temperature.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Do not freeze.
- Add some extra heat by mixing in ½ – 1 diced jalapeno (seeds removed)
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information does not include optional ingredients or garnish and is an estimate. It may change based on actual ingredients and cooking methods used.
©Our Zesty Life. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited.
Like our recipes?
Follow us on Pinterest!
REPIN this Pimento Cheese Sandwich recipe
Recipe from Golf
