How To Make The Pimento Cheeseburger
Do you love cheese? Do you love spicy cheese? Then this Pimento Cheeseburger recipe is for you. We recently paid a visit to Hickory Tavern in Charlotte, NC, to taste their take on a Pimento Burger. And, boy, was it delicious!
What is Pimento Cheese?
Pimento Cheese is a Southern staple that can be used as a dip or cheese spread by combining various cheeses, mayo, peppers, and spices. But did you know that it actually originated in New York? This versatile cheese has evolved over time, but it started with New Yorkers who would mix cream cheese with imported canned pimentos. We have the history of industrial food manufacturing to thank for the modern version of this Southern classic!
We jotted down the Burger build so we could share it with you, as well as our own recipe for Pimento Cheese. Enjoy!
- Extra Sharp Cheddar
- Cream Cheese (softened)
- Pimento (diced)
- Mayonnaise
- Garlic Powder
- Cayenne Pepper
- salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
- Cook your Burger to order (4-5 minutes per side on high heat for medium rare).
- Build Your Burger: Bottom Bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Burger, Pimento Cheese, Top Bun.
- Enjoy!
- Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl.
- Refrigerate, covered, until ready for use.
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