Gouda Pimiento Cheese Dip

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Prep: 15 mins Cook: None Serves: 8

Ingredients

½ small red onion
¾ cup mayonnaise
½ cup drained jarred piquillo peppers, finely chopped
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons hot sauce
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded (about 1¼ cups)
3 ounces Roomano Gouda cheese, finely shredded (about 1 cup)
Crackers, crostini, and/or crudités, for serving

Instructions

1. Grate onion half on large holes of a box grater to yield about ¼ cup. Place grated onion in a double layer of paper towels; squeeze to remove excess liquid.
2. Stir together grated onion, mayonnaise, peppers, vinegar, and hot sauce in a large bowl until well combined. Fold in cheeses. Cover dip, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve with crackers, crostini, and/or crudités.

Make ahead: Shred your cheese up to three days in advance, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. This elevated version of classic pimiento cheese uses nutty aged Gouda and fruity piquillo peppers instead of traditional pimientos for a more sophisticated flavor profile.

Wine Pairing: Crisp White