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Smoked Pimento Cheese Dip

Get ready, because today we’re taking the traditional, Southern smoked pimento cheese dip and giving it the Kosmos Q treatment to take it to the next level. If you’ve been searching for a new holiday appetizer recipe, Mark has you covered with this one. What are you dipping in this smoked pimento cheese? 

You Will Need

  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup Duke’s mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup diced pimentos
  • 1 tbsp Kosmo Q’s Dirty Bird Hot rub
  • 1 lb Wright’s bacon
  • For the Garnish:
    • Chopped chives
    • Sliced jalapeños
    • Crisped smoked bacon bits

The Prep

Start by preparing your ingredients. Grate the sharp cheddar cheese until you have a full cup, as freshly grated cheese melts and blends much better than pre-shredded varieties. Let the cream cheese soften to room temperature for easier mixing. Dice the pimentos finely to ensure even distribution in the dip, and gather the rest of your ingredients for easy assembly.

Now it’s time to cook the bacon. Lay the slices out on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until crispy. Alternatively, you can pan-fry them until golden brown. Once cooled, chop the bacon into small bits to be used later for garnish. With everything prepped, you’re ready to assemble the dip.

The Cook

Set your smoker (or oven) to 225°F (107°C). While it’s preheating, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, Duke’s mayonnaise, diced pimentos, and Kosmo Q’s Dirty Bird Hot rub in a large mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended, ensuring that the spices and flavors are well-distributed throughout the dip.

Spread the mixture evenly into a shallow baking dish or cast iron skillet. Place the dish on the grates of your preheated smoker. Let it smoke for about 20 minutes, allowing the dip to melt slightly and absorb the smoky flavor we all love. Once it’s ready, the dip will be smooth and perfectly creamy.

The Payoff

Remove the dip from the smoker and give it a gentle stir to combine any melted layers. Transfer it to a serving bowl and add your garnishes. Sprinkle the top with chopped chives for a fresh, herbal touch, sliced jalapeños for an extra kick, and the crispy smoked bacon bits for texture and flavor.

This Smoked Pimento Cheese Dip is versatile and pairs wonderfully with a variety of dippers. Serve it with crunchy crackers, crisp veggie sticks, or warm pretzels. 

Catch you on the next recipe!



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