PIMIENTO CHEESE

1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 3 cups loosely packed)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup (1 small jar) sliced pimientos with their juice or 1/4 cup chopped roasted red bell pepper
1/2 small onion, grated (about 1 tablespoon) cayenne pepper to taste

Mix together all the ingredients except the cayenne. Season to taste with cayenne.

Makes about 2 cups, enough for 4 sandwiches
Source: Hoppin John's Lowcountry Cooking by John Martin Taylor