Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwich

Prep Time 8

Cook Time 6

Total Time 14

Equipment

Medium Bowl
Large Skillet (10 inches)
Box Grater or Food Processor

Ingredients

▢ 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
▢ ¼ cup mayonnaise
▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
▢ ½ cup whipped cream cheese
▢ 1 ½ tablespoons pimentos, diced and drained (or diced red peppers)
▢ 4 thick slices brioche or sourdough bread
▢ 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

Grate the cheddar cheese using a box grater or food processor.
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, garlic powder, and kosher salt.
Add the whipped cream cheese and pimentos to the mayonnaise mixture and mix well.
Add the grated cheddar cheese and stir until fully combined.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Butter one side of each of the 4 bread slices.
Place 2 slices buttered-side down. Spread ⅓ cup of pimento cheese evenly over each. Top with the remaining 2 slices, buttered-side up.
Place the sandwiches on the heated skillet or griddle and cover with a lid for about 1 minute. Uncover and cook for 2 more minutes, until golden brown. Flip, cover for 1 minute, then uncover and cook for about 2 more minutes, until the second side is golden and the cheese is melted.

Notes

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