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Classic Sandwiches: Pimiento Cheese and Egg Salad

Cuisine
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 15 min Rest Time: 2 hour Total Time: 2 hrs 35 mins
Servings 6
Ingredients
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
  • 3 ounces diced pimientos
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon sweet onion, grated
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
    Pimiento Cheese
  1. Shred the cheddar cheese using a rotary grater or the fine side of a box grater.
    Place your cheese in the freezer for about 30 minutes to make grating easier.
  2. Drain the pimientos and mash them with a fork. It is fine if some liquid remains.
  3. Stir the cheese, pimientos, and mayonnaise until well-combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Chill for at least two hours to allow flavors to combine.
    If it’s difficult to spread, you can add a little more mayonnaise.
    5. Egg Salad
  5. Boil the eggs

    Place the eggs in a large pot and add cold water. Heat over high heat until the water comes to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 14 minutes. Remove to an ice bath as soon as the time is up. 

  6. Make the salad.

    Peel and dice the eggs (I use an egg slicer to help). Add all ingredients and stir to combine. Let chill for at least two hours before using.

Keywords: sandwich, cheese, eggs, lunch
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