Elegant Pimiento Cheese Spread Recipe

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Elegant Pimiento Cheese Spread
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Directions:

  1. In a food processor, whirl the cheddar cheese, Neufchatel, lemon juice, and water for 3 or 4 minutes, until very smooth.
  2. Transfer the cheese mixture to a bowl and stir in the pimientos, celery, and scallions.
  3. If mixed in the spread, the pecans become soft after a couple of hours, so add them just before serving or just sprinkle them on top of each serving.
  4. This spread will keep for 4 or 5 days in the refrigerator.
  5. Note: To toast pecans spread in a single layer on an unoiled baking sheet at 350*F.
  6. For 5 to 10 minutes, until fragrant and golden brown.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 61.92 Kcal (259 kJ)
Calories from fat 48.82 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.42g 8%
Cholesterol 13.39mg 4%
Sodium 79.2mg 3%
Potassium 34.4mg 1%
Total Carbs 0.78g 0%
Sugars 0.47g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.22g 1%
Protein 2.78g 6%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Iron 0.1mg 1%
Calcium 65.8mg 7%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 284.4 Kcal (1191 kJ)
Calories from fat 224.21 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 24.91g 8%
Cholesterol 61.51mg 4%
Sodium 363.76mg 3%
Potassium 158.01mg 1%
Total Carbs 3.59g 0%
Sugars 2.16g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1.02g 1%
Protein 12.79g 6%
Vitamin C 2.1mg 1%
Iron 0.7mg 1%
Calcium 302.4mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.6
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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