Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 cup

Black-Eyed Peas

cooked

5 unit

Jalapeno Peppers

seeded and chopped

1 unit

Onion

chopped

2 clove

Garlic

minced

0.75 cup

Butter

melted

2 cup

American Cheese

shredded

1 tbsp

Chili Powder

1 tsp

Cumin Powder

2 tsp

Oregano

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

1 dash

Hot Sauce

0.5 bunch

Green Onions

chopped

Step 1
~5 min

Sauté chopped onions on low heat in a small amount of butter until tender.

Step 2
~5 min

Add minced garlic and cook briefly, being careful not to scorch.

Step 3
~5 min

Add cooked black-eyed peas, seeded and chopped jalapenos, chili powder, cumin powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and hot sauce to the sautéed onion and garlic mixture.

Step 4
~5 min

Blend the mixture in a food processor or blender until smooth.

Step 5
~5 min

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jalapenos to control the spice level.

Serve with tortilla chips or vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Quesadillas
Tacos

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Often eaten on New Year's Day for good luck.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

New Year's Day
Parties
Game Day

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
New Year's

Popularity Score

65/100

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