Ingredients
2 ½ cup shredded extra-sharp orange cheddar cheese
1 7-ounce jar pimientos, drained and finely chopped
¾ cup mayonnaise
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
cayenne pepper
40 slice baguette, toasted
4 strip cooked bacon, crumbled
Directions
1. In a mixer fitted with the paddle, combine the white and orange cheddar cheeses. Add the chopped pimentos, mayonnaise, black pepper and garlic powder; blend at low speed. Season the pimento cheese with cayenne pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
2. Preheat the oven to 400° Spread the pimento cheese on the toasts, top with the bacon and bake until the cheese is melted and browned, about 2 minutes. Serve.
