Black-eyed Pea Dip I

Ingredients
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 * 2-15 oz cans Black Eye Peas, drained
 * 4 cups Black Eye Peas, cooked
 * 1-6 oz can tomato Paste
 * 1 Sweet Onion, medium size, peeled
 * 1 Jalapeño pepper, stem removed
 * 1 tsp cilantro, dried
 * 2 tsp chili powder
 * 2 tsp cumin
 * 1 large or 2 medium size garlic cloves, peeled
 * 6 tbsp lemon juice

Directions

 * Put all of the ingredients in a high-speed blender container, cover, and blend until smooth.


 * If the dip is too thick for the desired use, add a little water and mix thoroughly.


 * The left over black-eye pea dip can be stored in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for two to three days.

Suggested Uses:


 * This recipe may be used as a filling for celery sticks or a dip for raw vegetable pieces. We usually make more than we need for our initial serving so that there will be some left over in the refrigerator for a snack.
 * We enjoy it on our baked potatoes; or diluted slightly with water, we add this black eye pea dip to a large tossed salad with chunks of baked Potato for a “one-bowl” meal.


 * You may find other uses for this delicious, versatile dip.