Baked Cheese

This recipe is courtesy of Teresa Pugh, and let me tell you it is amazing! It is perfect to make and take to a Superbowl party. The best part? It's sooo easy to prepare!

Baked Cheese

1 c mayonnaise (I use Olive Oil based)

1 sm onion, finely chopped

6-8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled (I have used turkey bacon and the store-bought pre-cooked bacon; both were delicious)

1 c shredded cheddar

1 c shredded swiss

1 c shredded Monterey Jack

1 round of sourdough

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper--optional

Mix first 6 ingredients and chill overnight. Hollow out bread bowl, leaving shell intact. Cut removed bread into cubes. Spoon cheese mixture into shell and place on cookie sheet. Bake 25-30 mins at 350.

Note: I would also set out some crackers with the bread cubes. I have made this without the bread bowl as well!

Pimiento Cheese

Every true southern girl knows a good pimiento cheese recipe is a must-have! This one is wonderful...it has a little kick, but it is sure to get raves from those who try it. I'm making it to have for sandwiches, but it works great as an appetizer w/ gourmet crackers. You can also hollow out a bread bowl, bake it til it's bubbly and serve with fresh bread cubes. Any way you make it, it's delicious!

Pimiento Cheese

1 10 oz can Rotel Original, drained
1 cup mayo (I'm using the olive-oil based mayo...it works fine, but fat-free and other low-fat mayos do not work well. They make it too watery)
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp salt
16 oz (or more, if needed) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 4 oz jar chopped pimientos, drained

Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in cheese and pimientos.