Pimiento Cheese Dip – Mezzetta

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 (8 ounce) block cream cheese softened to room temperature
• 1/2 cup Roasted Red Bell Peppers diced
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 dashes vinegar based hot sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Ritz or saltine crackers for serving