Shelly's Recipe

PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD I

Category: Spreads -- Cold

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 (3 oz) pkg cream cheese, softened
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
6 to 8 drops Tabasco sauce
1 (2 oz) jar pimientos, undrained
3 cups finely shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup pecan chips

Combine mayonnaise, cream cheese, garlic, parsley and Tabasco in a food processor or blender; process until smooth. Spoon into a medium bowl. Add pimientos and liquid, Cheddar, and pecans; mix well.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours to overnight to allow the flavors to blend. Serves 16.