“Enjoy Ina Garten’s Rich and Creamy Pimiento Cheese Recipe!”
In the culinary world, Ina Garten is adored for her modern comfort food creations and warm hospitality. Home cooks trust her for dishes that are both easy to make and perfect for special occasions. Despite being a New Yorker, Ina has garnered a huge following for her Southern-inspired recipes like oven-fried buttermilk chicken, pimiento cheese, and coconut cake. We put Ina’s Southern recipes to the test with love.What Ina Says”Pimiento cheese is a classic American favorite, and I love adding a modern twist to traditional dishes.”Our TakeOur classic Pimiento Cheese recipe features diced pimientos, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, grated onion, cayenne pepper, and plenty of shredded Cheddar. It’s creamy and flavorful, highlighting the cheese without overwhelming it.Basic Pimiento Cheese RecipeIna’s TwistIna’s version of Pimiento Cheese elevates the classic recipe. She substitutes cayenne pepper with chopped pickled jalapenos and Sriracha, and adds celery seed, onion, and garlic powders for extra depth. The recipe includes a generous amount of Cheddar cheese (this makes a large batch), though the type is not specified. We used medium Cheddar, but sharp or extra-sharp would work well too.Key DifferencesIna’s recipe calls for chopped piquillo peppers, but regular pimientos can be used as a substitute. The addition of softened cream cheese, along with mayonnaise, creates a thicker and spreadable consistency, perfect for serving with crackers or as a dip.Taster FeedbackTesters raved about the “ultra-creamy” and “delicious” flavor of Ina’s Pimiento Cheese. Most enjoyed the added heat, though some felt it overshadowed the cheese. The chunky texture was a hit with all. While some purists may debate whether it’s a true pimiento cheese, many appreciated the unique twist and bold flavors.This revamped classic dish is perfect for those who enjoy a creamy and flavorful twist on a Southern favorite.
With sufficient kick to be assertive yet not overpowering, I would recommend creating this dish. However, you might want to consider choosing a different name other than “pimiento cheese.” For more details, please refer to the original article in Southern Living magazine.
