Pimento Cheese

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Makes 1 Quart

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup mayonnaise, plus more for sandwiches

  • 1 cup pickled cherry peppers, finely chopped

  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced

  • 1 Tablespoon hot sauce, plus more to taste

  • 8 ounces sharp yellow cheddar cheese, shredded

  • 8 ounces pepper jack cheese, shredded

  • Black pepper

In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the cream cheese with the mayo until smooth. Add the pimentos, scallions and hot sauce and pulse until just combined. Add the shredded cheeses and pulse until incorporated, but still slightly chunky. Season with pepper and hot sauce to taste. Transfer to 1-quart jar for storage.