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Black-Eyed Pea Dip

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A new variation of the classic bean dip.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 6

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups dried black-eyed peas
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1 3-ounce package cream cheese, room temperature
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon chili powder
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar (about 6 ounces)
1 bunch green onions, sliced
Tortilla chips

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place peas in heavy medium saucepan. Add enough water to saucepan to cover peas by 2 inches. Let stand 30 minutes. Drain. Add water to cover peas by 2 inches. Generously salt water. Stir in 1 garlic clove. Boil until peas are very tender, adding more water to pan if necessary, about 1 hour.

    Step 2

    Using slotted spoon, transfer peas to processor. Process until smooth. Add remaining garlic clove and next 3 ingredients. Pulse until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer dip to 8-inch-diameter pie plate or quiche dish. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

    Step 3

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Top dip with cheddar. Bake until dip is heated through and cheese bubbles, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle dip with green onions and serve with tortilla chips.

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