Pimento cheese sandwiches spread with tangy, homemade pimento cheese on soft white bread are a Southern vegetarian staple. This family-friendly classic is a beloved party and picnic tradition across the South.
Combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and diced pimentos in a large mixing bowl.
Add mayonnaise, black pepper, garlic powder, and kosher salt to the bowl and stir vigorously until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, ensuring the pimento cheese is both tangy and balanced.
Spread a generous layer of the chilled pimento cheese mixture onto one side of each slice of soft white bread.
Assemble sandwiches, gently pressing each pair of bread slices together, then trim crusts if desired and cut into halves for serving.