If you’ve been following my blog for a while, then you would understand my fondness of Pimento cheese. Though its roots did not originate in the south, it’s still truly a staple in Southern cuisine! There’s actually an interesting write-up about its origins on Serious Eats (online magazine) for those of you curious enough to know about this delectable dairy product. For those of you who want the short version, here you go (you’re gonna know the history one way or another!):
Now that we’ve had our education on the holy grail of southern dips (spreads), it’s time to get down to the nitty-gritty — The taste comparison between Price’s Pimento cheese and Palmetto Pimento cheese.
During my wife’s trip to the nearest market, she calls me and asks which pimento cheese would I prefer — this or the “Great Value” brand? With the price difference and the fact that it’s name brand, surely it has to better than that store brand (that’s my reasoning, at least)…so I asked her to pick this one up.
After she arrived back home (and helping her put up the groceries…definitely not going to be a d-bag about it), I promptly opened the package, teeming with anticipation of the cheesy glory contained within. I grab one of the Siete chips (only one) that I’m not supposed to have, per Keto, and scoop out a generous sample…
My wife isn’t far behind me with a piece of celery in hand. Almost instantaneously we turn to each other as if to say…”What the %#&* is this #*@& ?” Honestly, I’m not going to sugar coat it, that actually came out.
The texture was a bit creamier than what I was used to, but righteously, that wasn’t the deal breaker. It was the fact that it was….sweet.
SWEET?!?! What kind of sacrilege is this?!?! (I’m going to figure out how to insert an interrobang so I can stop doing that)
After I threw away the product, I did some research on the brand. It turns out that the sweetness comes from a sweet & tangy dressing used (after revisiting that taste in my memories, it did taste like it was either French or Catalina dressing mixed in). Must be some weird northern thing….
I’m sure I’m being extreme about this (not really) and I’m sure someone out there will like this product (not likely). As for me, I’m not sure how you would go about eating this, maybe you don’t. Maybe it’s more so how do you use it. I guess for roach bait, or possibly as an alternate for Flex Seal (you know that “as seen on TV” commercial…). Needless to say…I didn’t like it.
First of all, just look at the package. I don’t know whose grandma or auntie this is, but she just looks like she is the authority on cooking in general. I feel like if you were to go to her house, you’re going to need a dinner plate for your dinner plate…like she started Sunday dinner on Thursday, and cooked straight through Sunday up until it was put on the table at 5:30ish pm and you better not try to come in the kitchen and sneak no samples of nothing (lest you wanna hear some things and be called some things, simultaneously, while singing a spiritual).
Anyhow, this was the Pimento cheese that I alluded to in my previous post. As a matter of fact, I’m eating some right now as I write this.
This is what pimento cheese dreams are made of. The texture is stiff. So you better be damn confident when you eat it. It has a subtle kick, almost an afterthought from the pimentos (or maybe it’s from her secret blend of spices). You get all that natural flavor from the cheese, and little nuances from the binder(s) in it. My taste buds quake in jubilation!!!
In addition, this brand is more keto-friendly (0 carbs/0 sugar) than the other, which is a HUGE plus!!
I mean it’s not a whole lot more I can say, it’s about as traditionally, southern as it gets. Granny Reese (I don’t know what her name is…), you’ve gained a customer — at least until I figure out how to make my own, better version….
The culinary world is an excellent canvas to explore and push the limits of flavor. On the flip side, some flavors you just don’t mess with — Palmetto understands this. They sum up everything the south stands for on the package… Realness, Tradition, and Soul. If your food doesn’t move you ( and I don’t mean straight to the bathroom), then you shouldn’t eat it. Plain and simple!!
Palmetto Cheese is a trademark for a brand of pimento cheese from Pawleys Island Specialty Foods, a division of Get Carried Away, based in Pawleys Island, South Carolina. It is manufactured and packaged at Duke Sandwich Productions located in Easley, South Carolina.
My wife isn’t far behind me with a piece of celery in hand. Almost instantaneously we turn to each other as if to say…”What the %#&* is this #*@& ?” Honestly, I’m not going to sugar coat it, that actually came out.
I mean it’s not a whole lot more I can say, it’s about as traditionally, southern as it gets. Granny Reese (I don’t know what her name is…), you’ve gained a customer — at least until I figure out how to make my own, better version….
Anyhow, this was the Pimento cheese that I alluded to in my previous post. As a matter of fact, I’m eating some right now as I write this.
This is what pimento cheese dreams are made of. The texture is stiff. So you better be damn confident when you eat it. It has a subtle kick, almost an afterthought from the pimentos (or maybe it’s from her secret blend of spices). You get all that natural flavor from the cheese, and little nuances from the binder(s) in it. My taste buds quake in jubilation!!!
First of all, just look at the package. I don’t know whose grandma or auntie this is, but she just looks like she is the authority on cooking in general. I feel like if you were to go to her house, you’re going to need a dinner plate for your dinner plate…like she started Sunday dinner on Thursday, and cooked straight through Sunday up until it was put on the table at 5:30ish pm and you better not try to come in the kitchen and sneak no samples of nothing (lest you wanna hear some things and be called some things, simultaneously, while singing a spiritual).
Since this cheese was a success at the Inn, they began selling containers at a local seafood store to see how it would do on shelves. Soon enough, their Palmetto Cheese went from the seafood shop to local grocery store shelves. To keep up with demand, the production of Palmetto Cheese moved from the Sea View Inn to a bigger facility in Pawleys Island. Sold at over 9,000 grocery stores in 40 states across the country, folks cant get enough of this deliciousness.
The recipe, developed by Sassy Henry in the mid-90s, would serve her delicious cheese spread to tailgating friends at Atlanta Braves games. In March of 2002, Sassy, her husband Henry, and two children left Atlanta and moved to Pawleys Island, South Carolina to take over the Sea View Inn. Cook and family friend, Vertrella Brown (pictured on the container lid) started producing batches of Sassys recipe at the Sea View Inn for guests. Turns out, it became a huge hit.
Pimento Cheese, a cheese spread made with mayonnaise, pimentos, and of course, cheese is a huge part of southern cuisine. Palmetto Cheese, aka “pimento cheese with soul,” was born in the Lowcountry of South Carolina and is loved by customers around the country.
Sold in brightly colored tubs, Palmetto Cheese is great to serve at any time of the year, especially to a crowd of hungry guests. Simply serve as an appetizer with crackers and pretzels or shake things up a bit. Palmetto Cheese can be used in a number of dishes. Soups, casseroles, dips, biscuits, the possibilities are endless. If you need a little inspiration, check out their website for all your Palmetto Cheese culinary needs. Its loaded with a ton of real southern recipes to get you started.
Made with quality ingredients like real Wisconsin sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, and other spices and ingredients, Palmetto Cheese comes in three incredible varieties, which also happen to be gluten free: original, with jalapeños, or with bacon. I dare you to try picking up just one tub at the grocery store!
What’s the difference between pimento cheese and Palmetto Cheese?
FAQ
Why did Costco stop selling palmetto pimento cheese?
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What kind of cheese is palmetto?
What brand of pimento cheese is from South Carolina?
What is pimento cheese?
Pimento Cheese, a cheese spread made with mayonnaise, pimentos, and of course, cheese is a huge part of southern cuisine. Palmetto Cheese, aka “pimento cheese with soul,” was born in the Lowcountry of South Carolina and is loved by customers around the country.
Is pimento cheese bad for people with gout?
People with gout should avoid foods that contain high amounts of uric acid. Scientific evidence suggests that cheeses are low in purines but ultra-processed foods can promote the development of gout.
What is Palmetto Cheese?
Palmetto Cheese, aka “pimento cheese with soul,” was born in the Lowcountry of South Carolina and is loved by customers around the country. The recipe, developed by Sassy Henry in the mid-90s’, would serve her delicious cheese spread to tailgating friends at Atlanta Braves games.
Is Palmetto Cheese good?
Palmetto Cheese™ has real Wisconsin sharp cheddar cheese, it is real southern, and it is really good. Pick up a tub and you will experience why this pimento cheese is the best on the market today. If you want a recipe to taste like something your mother or grandmother made, you need to start with a good foundation.