You aren’t from the South unless you know about this sandwich!
There’s a certain kind of comfort that comes with the golden, crispy bread and the warm, gooey center of a Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwich.
This hearty creation is a gem of the Midwest, with roots deeply buried in the tradition of simple, home-cooked meals.
On chilly afternoons when the wind tickles the chimes into melody and the fields beyond my porch wave in amber and gold, nothing calls like this sandwich to gather kin around the kitchen table.
A symbol of resourcefulness and the art of making do, pimiento cheese has graced many a table, turning the humblest of ingredients into a feast. It’s for those times when you yearn for a taste of nostalgia, for a bite that takes you back to your mama’s kitchen, where every meal was a labor of love.
The charm of a Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwich lies in its versatility.
Pair it with a steaming bowl of tomato soup to dip those crispy edges in, or a side of homemade pickles for some tang.
On a lighter note, a crisp green salad dressed in a simple vinaigrette balances the richness beautifully.
And let’s not forget a handful of kettle-cooked potato chips for that perfect crunch.
Ingredients
8 slices of your favorite sturdy bread (I love a good sourdough)
2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup of cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup of mayonnaise
1 (4 oz) jar of pimientos, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
A dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a little kick (optional)
Directions
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