Pimento Cheese Three Ways

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Cheese Base:

12 ounces mayonnaise

6 ounces cream cheese, softened 

1 1/2 pounds extra-sharp Cheddar, grated

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 

Crackers, for serving

Shishito Pepper:

4 ounces shishito peppers

2 teaspoons vegetable oil 

1 tablespoon sesame oil 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons black sesame seeds

Pickled Pimento:

1 jarred piquillo pepper, chopped

1/4 cup chopped pickled banana peppers

10 dill pickle slices, chopped

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Roasted Red Pepper:

1 roasted red pepper, seeded and diced