Black-eyed Pea Con Queso 🧀
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 3 cups
Description:
This delightful Black-eyed Pea Con Queso recipe is a gem discovered within the pages of Southern Living Magazine. Perfect for those lively gatherings with friends, especially during the thrill of a football game, this dip promises to be a hit among your guests.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter 🧈
- 1 onion, finely chopped 🧅
- 2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
- 1 pound (about 16 ounces) Velveeta cheese, cubed 🧀
- 5 ounces canned black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed 🥫
- 2 spicy peppers, finely chopped 🌶️
- Tortilla chips, for serving 🌮
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 984.7
- Fat: 65.4g
- Saturated Fat: 41.4g
- Cholesterol: 200.8mg
- Sodium: 3351.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 62.5g
- Fiber: 11.2g
- Sugar: 15.1g
- Protein: 39.7g
Instructions:
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Saute Aromatics: Begin by melting the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and sizzling, add the finely chopped onions and minced garlic, and sauté them until they turn tender and aromatic. This should take about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
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Melt Cheese: Once the onions and garlic have softened to perfection, it’s time to introduce the star of our dip – the Velveeta cheese. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer, then gradually add the cubed Velveeta cheese to the Dutch oven, stirring constantly until the cheese begins to melt and form a creamy base. This process typically takes around 8-10 minutes, so be patient and keep stirring to achieve that smooth, velvety texture.
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Incorporate Peppers and Peas: As the cheese melts into decadent perfection, it’s time to add some zest and texture to our dip. Toss in the finely chopped spicy peppers and the drained, rinsed black-eyed peas, stirring them gently into the cheesy mixture until they are evenly distributed.
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Heat Through: Now that all the components are harmoniously mingling in the Dutch oven, continue to cook the dip over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent any sticking or burning. Allow the flavors to meld together as the dip heats through entirely. This usually takes about 5-8 minutes, but feel free to taste-test along the way to ensure everything is coming together just right.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once the Black-eyed Pea Con Queso reaches its peak of creamy, spicy perfection, it’s time to present it to your eager guests. Transfer the piping-hot dip to a festive serving bowl, and accompany it with a generous pile of crisp, golden tortilla chips. Watch as your friends gather ’round, eagerly dipping into this tantalizing creation with gusto.
Whether it’s a football fiesta or a casual get-together, this Black-eyed Pea Con Queso is sure to steal the show and leave your guests craving more of its cheesy goodness. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to elevate your game day snacks to a whole new level of deliciousness! 🎉🏈
