Pimento Cheese Grilled Sandwich (Printable Version)
Creamy pimento cheese melts inside golden, buttery bread for a comfort-filled grilled sandwich.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pimento Cheese Filling
01 - 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
02 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1/3 cup jarred pimentos, drained and finely chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Sandwich Assembly
09 - 8 slices sturdy white or country-style bread
10 - 3 to 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Steps to Follow:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly combine grated cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, chopped pimentos, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if desired), salt, and black pepper until smooth and homogeneous.
02 - Arrange bread slices on a work surface. Evenly spread pimento cheese mixture onto 4 slices, then top each with a remaining slice to create sandwiches.
03 - Generously spread softened butter on the exterior sides of each sandwich.
04 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat until hot.
05 - Place prepared sandwiches onto the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is crisp and golden brown and cheese filling has melted.
06 - Remove sandwiches from the pan, allow to cool briefly, slice with a bread knife, and serve immediately while warm.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Creamy, tangy flavor with a crispy golden crust
- Quick to prepare and perfect for vegetarian diets
02 -
- Contains dairy (cheddar cheese, cream cheese, butter, mayonnaise) and gluten (bread)
- Mayonnaise may contain eggs, always check store-bought ingredient labels
03 -
- For extra crunch, use thick-sliced bread and press gently while cooking
- Add a dash of hot sauce to the pimento cheese for a spicy kick