Vivian's Pimento Cheese (Sandwiches)

Wonderful flavor! Tangy, sharp and delicious! May be used in grilled sandwiches, on crackers or in celery pieces. Great for lunch or as an appetizer for parties. My sister, Vivian, is famous for her pimento cheese. Our family thinks she makes the absolute best! We had this speciality many times in childhood!

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 10
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 8  ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 (3 ounce) jar pimientos, diced
• 1⁄3 cup mayonnaise (or miracle whip)
• 1  tablespoon prepared mustard
• 1⁄2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce

Directions

1. Allow cheese to get to room temperature before making.
2. Drain pimentoes well and finely chop.
3. Blend cheese, mayonnaise, prepared mustard and hot sauce.
4. Fold in pimentoes.
5. Keep refrigerated.