• 2¼ cups self-rising flour, divided
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup chilled butter, roughly cut into 1/4-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup chilled butter, roughly cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 (4-ounce) jar pimento or roasted red bell peppers, chopped
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
• 1 cup buttermilk, divided
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• Softened butter, for brushing

Pimento Cheese Biscuits

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Pimento Cheese for Grilling 

• 1 red bell pepper
• ​8 ounces (about 3 cups) finely grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• ​2 ounces (about 1/4 cup) softened cream cheese, cut into pieces
• ​1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ​Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

For each Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwich

• ​2 slices white bread
• ​Three 1/3-inch-thick slices Pimento Cheese for Grilling
• ​1 tablespoon unsalted butter

​Note: Add 3 tablespoons mayonnaise to the cheese mixture for a traditional pimento cheese spread. This thinner spread is NOT suitable for grilling, however.

Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwich

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