Party Pimento Cheese Spread

2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

¼ cup mayonnaise

¼ cup butter, softened

1 (4 ounce) jar chopped pimentos, drained

1 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste

¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste

¼ teaspoon white sugar

½ cup chopped pecans

Beat the shredded Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and softened butter in a mixing bowl with a mixer on low speed until well blended. Add the pimentos, garlic powder, salt, and sugar; mix to combine. Stir in the pecans.