Quick Spicy Black Eyed Pea Dip

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This is a wonderful recipe to create with black-eyed peas leftover from another meal. Should you not have left over black-eyed peas, substitute 4 cups of canned black-eyed peas, drained.

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Steps

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If using left over black-eyed peas , include any of the ham or bacon seasoning to enhance the dip.

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Measure out 4 cups and place in a sieve or strainer to drain for approximately 10 minutes.

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Removing this excess moisture from the cooked peas will guarantee a creamier dip.

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In a large sauce pan , melt butter over medium-high heat.

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Add onions , celery and garlic and saut 2 to 3 minutes.

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Add jalapeo pepper and chopped green chilies.

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Cook 2 to 3 additional minutes and add half of the black-eyed peas.

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Simmer 2 minutes , add cheese and stir until melted.

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Pour contents into the bowl of a food processor and blend until pured.

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Transfer to a decorative serving bowl and add remaining black-eyed peas.

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Stir well to incorporate.

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Add chopped pimento and parsley for garnish.

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Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Serve with warm tortilla chips or crackers.

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Ingredients

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black-eyed peas, butter, onion, celery, garlic, jalapeno pepper, green chilies, sharp cheddar cheese, salt and pepper, pimiento, parsley