The South is known for their comfort food and few recipes feel as distinctly southern as pimento cheese. Also called Carolina caviar or southern pate, this spread is traditionally made with pimento peppers, cheddar cheese, and mayo. You typically see it made into sandwiches or served with crackers. While I didn’t grow up eating pimento cheese, I’ve grown quite fond of this savory spread over the years. I recently got to thinking that it would be incredible baked up as a hot dip… and boy was I right. This Baked Pimento Cheese Dip is everything I wanted it to be and more.

The recipe sticks pretty close to the traditional ingredients, but also included colby jack cheese, cream cheese, and a little extra spice. The mixture is spread in a 8×8-inch baking dish and popped in the oven for just over 20 minutes. When the dip is bubbling and beginning to turn golden on top you’ll know it’s done.

Serve this dip with your favorite chips, crackers, or some toasted bread. If you’re a fan of the classic pimento cheese then you are going to love this version. Give the recipe a try for your next get together and taste the magic for yourself!