Sharp cheddar gets freshly grated right into the bowl, then folded with cream cheese and mayonnaise until thick, creamy, and studded with bright flecks of pimento. A splash of apple cider vinegar and a warm hit of smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder give the spread real depth, while a pinch of cayenne adds optional heat for anyone who likes a little kick. A short chill in the fridge lets everything meld into a cohesive, scoopable texture that's just as good on a sandwich as it is served as a dip. Pile it onto celery sticks or your favorite crunchy dipper and let it firm up until it's ready to spread. This one is a great fit for a gluten free spread, easy to make ahead and keep on hand for snacking all week.
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Grate the cheddar cheese on the large holes of a box grater directly into a large mixing bowl. Freshly grated cheese blends more smoothly than pre-shredded.
Add the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, drained pimentos, apple cider vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne, if using, to the bowl with the cheddar.
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