INGREDIENTS
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30 oz. extra-sharp cheddar (such as Cabot)
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3/4 lb. unsalted butter
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4 cups all-purpose flour (such as White Lily)
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2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
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1 tsp. kosher salt
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1 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
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6–8 cups prepared pimento cheese
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1 cup toasted pecans, finely chopped