This ooey gooey take on pimento cheese is sure to be your new favorite party snack. A blend of cheeses is baked into a melty dip, then topped with a zesty mixture of pimentos and olives. Serve with plenty of crackers for dipping!
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Yield
8 servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for greasing
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (400 g)
6 oz cream cheese (180 g), room temperature
¼ cup grated pecorino romano (25 g)
2 tablespoons yellow onion, grated
3 jars pimentos, diced, drained
¼ cup kalamata olive (45 g), finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
cracker, for serving
Nutrition Info
Calories 382
Fat 32g
Carbs 7g
Fiber 1g
Sugar 2g
Protein 17g
How to Make It
1. Step
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 1-quart baking dish with olive oil.
2. Step
In a large bowl, stir together the cheddar, cream cheese, Pecorino-Romano, olive oil, and grated onion until evenly combined.
3. Step
Spread the cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish, transfer to the oven, and bake until golden, just melted, and heated through, about 15 minutes.
4. Step
While the cheese bakes, stir together the pimentos, Kalamata olives, parsley, Worcestershire, garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
5. Step
Spoon the pimento mixture into the center of the dip. Serve hot, with crackers alongside.