Pimiento Cheese

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1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 3 cups loosely packed)

1/2 cup homemade blender mayonnaise, recipe follows

1/4 cup (1 small jar) sliced pimientos with their juice or 1/4 cup chopped roasted red bell peppers

1/2 small onion, grated (about 1 tablespoon)

Cayenne pepper

Blender Mayonnaise:

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard or 1 teaspoon prepared

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 large egg

1 cup peanut oil

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice