The Pimento Cheese Conundrum: Unpacking the Southern Roots of a Beloved Spread
Pimento cheese, a creamy, tangy, and delightfully retro spread, has long been a staple of Southern cuisine. Or has it? As food enthusiasts and historians alike begin to scratch beneath the surface of this beloved condiment, a more complex narrative emerges. Is pimento cheese truly a Southern dish, or has its origins been co-opted by …