Name: Grandma Knowlton's Pimiento Cheese
Yield: Makes about 3 cups
Ingredients: 1½ cups (packed) finely grated extra-sharp yellow cheddar (about 6 ounces); 1½ cups finely grated extra-sharp white cheddar (about 6 ounces); 1 cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup diced drained pimiento peppers from a jar, roasted red peppers, or piquillo peppers (about 2½ ounces); ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; Celery sticks, crackers, or sliced white bread (for serving)

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Known as the "caviar of the South," this pimiento cheese recipe can be used as a dip for a party, or spread it on a sandwich for the ultimate grilled cheese.

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