The Pimita Recipe

Name: The Pimita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 10-inch round pita, preferably the thin pocket type; 3/4 cup Pimento Cheese, recipe follows; 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon; 1/2 cup coarsely diced fresh tomato; 6 thinly sliced rings red onion; 1/2 yellow onion, chopped; 1 cup pimentos, chopped; 2 1/2 pounds American cheese, shredded (5 cups); 2 1/2 pounds Cheddar, shredded (5 cups); 8 cups mayonnaise; 1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce; 1/2 ounce onion powder

Servings: persons

One 10-inch round pita, preferably the thin pocket type
3/4 cup Pimento Cheese, recipe follows
1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon
1/2 cup coarsely diced fresh tomato
6 thinly sliced rings red onion
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
1 cup pimentos, chopped
2 1/2 pounds American cheese, shredded (5 cups)
2 1/2 pounds Cheddar, shredded (5 cups)
8 cups mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce
1/2 ounce onion powder

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Place the pita on a pizza pan and liberally spread the Pimento Cheese on the pita.
3
Evenly sprinkle the cooked bacon over top of the cheese and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
4
Slide the pita onto a cutting surface, top with the tomatoes and onions.
5
Cut into 6 even slices and serve hot.
6
In the bowl of a food processor, add the onions and pulse until finely minced, almost to a paste.
7
Add the pimentos and pulse once just to combine.
8
In a large mixing bowl combine the pimento mixture, the American cheese, Cheddar, mayonnaise, hot sauce and onion powder, and mix until well incorporated and easily spreadable.

5863

kcal

Calories

567

Fat

Carbs

165

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 10-inch round pita, preferably the thin pocket type, 3/4 cup Pimento Cheese, recipe follows, 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon, 1/2 cup coarsely diced fresh tomato, and more.

Yes, The Pimita falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

The Pimita

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