Janette'S Black-Eyed Pea Dip - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/4 c. black-eyed peas
2 garlic cloves, sliced
3 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. chili powder
1 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400\u00b0.
Place peas in heavy medium saucepan and add enough water to cover by 2 inches.
Let stand with garlic for 1/2 hour, then boil until peas are tender, about 1 hour, adding water, if necessary.
Drain and place in food processor with remaining ingredients except for the cheese and onions.
Pulse until smooth, and season with salt and pepper.
Place in 8-inch pie plate and warm in oven at 400\u00b0 for 20 minutes.
Sprinkle with cheese, wait until melted, and then garnish with the green onions. Serve with white corn chips.