1 cup mayonnaise (not light)- 1 (4-ounce) jar pimentos, drained (reserve 1/2 tablespoon juice)
- Pinch of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Pinch of seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 2-3 dashes hot sauce (optional)
- 5 cups hand-shredded Cheddar cheese (not bagged)
- 12 slices bacon
- 12 slices bread
- Lettuce leaves
Place first 10 ingredients and reserved pimento juice in a large mixing bowl; whisk together until dressing is smooth. Using a spatula, fold in cheese until evenly incorporated. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 2 hours. To make sandwiches, cook bacon and drain on paper towels. Spread pimento cheese on 6 slices of bread (regular or toasted) and top with bacon and lettuce. Add remaining bread (plain or lightly spread with extra mayo) and serve. Makes 6 sandwic
