If you ask anyone from the Southern part of the United States what their favorite appetizer is, undoubtedly, they will answer pimento cheese. A staple in most Southern households, pimento cheese is a tasty savory spread made mainly of different cheeses, mayonnaise, pimentos, etc. It is a fantastic dip with crackers and vegetables, but it is versatile enough to be used in countless culinary dishes—more on that in a bit.

This easy recipe comes from our friend Sandra from Lexington, South Carolina. Her recipe uses Cherchies® Pretty Peppers and Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning, and she insists on only using Duke’s* mayonnaise (a preferred Southern mayonnaise- much harder to find here in Pennsylvania). Her family and friends rave about this recipe; we think you will too. Make this tasty dip for your next gathering, and watch it disappear right before your eyes. It is easy, addicting, and is sure to become one of your favorite recipes.

Not only is pimento cheese the perfect complement to crackers and vegetables, but did you know you can cook with it? Here are a few ideas to get your creative culinary juices flowing:

As a sandwich between two slices of bread
In grilled cheese sandwiches
In Macaroni and cheese
Served on top of burgers
Heated to serve as a fondue with bread chunks
Folded into grits
Dolloped over fries to create incredible cheese fries.
On top of baked potatoes
Folded in deviled eggs
So much more!

What is your favorite way to use pimento cheese?

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*Note- We have also tested this recipe with Helman’s for the same great results.

Ingredients

1/2 cup grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (we prefer to use freshly grated cheese, rather than bagged shredded cheese).
1/2 cup grated pepper jack cheese (we prefer to use freshly grated cheese, rather than bagged shredded cheese).
1/2 cup grated Monterrey Jack Cheese (we prefer to use freshly grated cheese, rather than bagged shredded cheese).
8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature.
1/2 cup *Duke’s Mayonnaise (or more for desired consistency)
1/2 jar Cherchies® Pretty Peppers, drained
1/2 teaspoon (tsp) Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning (more to taste)
Ground pepper to taste

Preparation

Drain the Pretty Peppers in a colander and set them aside. Add softened cream cheese to a medium bowl. Grate the cheddar, Monterrey Jack, and pepper jack cheeses and add them to the bowl. Add the mayonnaise, Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning, pepper, and mix with a hand mixer.

Once combined, gently add in the Pretty Peppers and stir with a spoon or spatula until thoroughly combined.

Refrigerate for at least two hours. The flavors only intensify, so making this ahead of a gathering is perfectly acceptable. Add crackers and vegetables for a delicious dip when ready to serve, the perfect addition to charcuterie platters. Or, add the pimento cheese to your favorite dish (see above).

Enjoy!

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Pretty Glazed Carrots Recipe

March 19, 2020side dishesCherchiesComment

This recipe was originally posted in 2015, but we have made a few adjustments.

This recipe is light and flavorful and would be the perfect side dish for brunch, Easter, pretty much any occasion.

Try this recipe and comment below to let us know how you liked it!

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. carrots, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces (or substitute baby carrots)
6 Tbsp. butter
6 Tbsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 cup brandy
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup Cherchies® Pretty Peppers

Preparation

Cook carrots in boiling water about 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a 9 inch baking dish.

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Melt butter in a saucepan. Add sugar, flour and orange juice. Blend and bring to a boil. Lower heat and cook until sauce thicken, stirring constantly. Add Pretty Peppers and simmer one minute more. Remove from heat and add brandy.

Pour sauce over carrots and bake for 15 minutes in a 350 degree oven.

Serves 6

Enjoy!

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Chicken Asparagus Roll-Ups Recipe

March 5, 2020entreesCherchiesComment

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

I have updated this recipe and included photos.

Mix up your normal dinner rotation and make these tasty Chicken Asparagus Roll-Ups tonight. This delicious recipe, featuring chicken, bacon, asparagus, and Cherchies® Champagne Mustard is easy to prepare, elegant enough for guests, and it is sure to become your new favorite chicken dish.

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So what are you waiting for? Grab a jar of Cherchies® award-winning Champagne Mustard and surprise your family with a tasty new chicken recipe.

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Ingredients

4 boneless chicken breasts
6 tsp. Cherchies® Champagne Mustard or Cherchies® Hot Banana Pepper Mustard for a spicier flare)
8 slices cooked bacon or 8 slices ham
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or crumbled goat cheese
8 asparagus spears, cut into thirds
Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. Cherchies® Pretty Peppers
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 Tablespoon olive oil

Preparation

Slice chicken breast into two thin pieces. If necessary, layer between sheets of wax paper and pound with a rolling pin to 1/4" thickness. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking oil. Lay the chicken breasts breasts down on the parchment paper and season with Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning and pepper. Spread each one with 1/2 to 1 tsp. Champagne Mustard.

Layer with one slice of cooked bacon or ham, mozzarella or goat cheese and 3-4 asparagus pieces. (*When I made this recently, I only had mozzarella sticks that I cut in half).

Roll up the chicken on the short side and place on a baking sheet, seam side down. Season with Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil. Cook at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until chicken is done.

Top with 1/2 tsp. Cherchies Pretty Peppers and lemon juice. Serve immediately!

Serves 6 - 8

Enjoy!

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Homemade Potatoes O'Brien Recipe

October 4, 2017breakfast, side dishesSheri SpalloneComment

Cook Time: About 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

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Are you a leftover lover or hater? Personally, I love them; they are kind of my thing! Leftovers are the perfect medium for recreating new culinary masterpieces (something I am well-known for in our household), and although it takes a bit of planning, the best part is you save money because you waste less. Who doesn't love saving money?

Potatoes O'Brien is a deliciously easy recipe to use extra peppers and our Cherchies Garlic Seasoning. Traditionally this dish is made with potatoes, onions, and green and red peppers, but use what is available. It's okay, I give you permission, cooking is about improvising, and since I had a plethora of green, yellow, and orange peppers leftover from a neighborhood potluck, I used them instead.

Make a large batch of these potatoes and divide them! Use one part for dinner as a side dish, and freeze the rest to later add to eggs for a casserole or quick breakfast burritos. Either way you "dice" it, you will have a quick and easy tasty side dish in under 30 minutes that your family or guests will devour!

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Ingredients

1 Tablespoon (Tbsp.) olive oil, divided
1 large onion, diced
1 green pepper, seeded and diced
1 red pepper, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon (tsp) Cherchies Garlic Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon (tsp) ground pepper
6 gold potatoes (or your favorite potatoes), chopped into 1-inch chunks (feel free to leave the skins on)
1 large clove of garlic, minced
Cherchies® Pretty Peppers, drained (optional)

Preparation
Chop up onions, peppers, and set them aside. Wash and chop the potatoes (no need to remove the skins). Add the potatoes to a medium bowl of cold water until ready to use, otherwise, potatoes may turn grey, which may not go over well with semi-picky eaters;) Trust me.

In a large skillet, cook the onions and peppers in 1 Tablespoon olive oil and Cherchies Garlic Seasoning until the onions are translucent. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, potatoes, pepper and and garlic and cook on low until potatoes are soft, about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent potatoes from sticking to the bottom of the pan. After potatoes have cooked, add back in the pepper and onion mixture to the skillet. (*Optional- for a twist to this dish, add the Pretty Peppers). Cook for 5 minutes. Serve this savory dish with our Savory Champagne Meatloaf Recipe and our Best Darn Garlic Bread Recipe for a complete meal. Enjoy!