Pimento Cheese Tartlets

November 8, 2019

These southern-inspired tarts by Registered Dietitian and chef Whitney Reist are the perfect starter for any holiday dinner or party. Recipe by Whitney Reist of Sweet Cayenne.

Ingredients

½ cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise with olive oil

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon pepper

¼ teaspoon mustard powder

½ teaspoon sweet smoked paprika

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

2 teaspoons hot sauce

8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated

1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained thoroughly

30 phyllo shell cups (2 packages)

⅓ cup strawberry fruit spread

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. In small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, salt, pepper, mustard powder, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Add pimentos and stir well. Fold in grated cheese.

3. Place phyllo tart shells on baking sheet. Add ½ teaspoon strawberry jam into the bottom of each shell. Top with a tablespoon of pimento cheese mixture.

4. Bake tartlets for 10 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Serve immediately.