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Chunky Pecan and Beef Dip
Prep and Cook Time: 18 minutes
Yield: Makes 8 (3-tablespoon) servings
Ingredients:
1/2
cup pecan pieces

3
tablespoons thinly sliced green onions with tops

1
package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes

1/2
jar (2.2 ounces) dried beef, rinsed in hot water, drained and cut into 1/4-inch pieces

1/2
teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Breadsticks, pita bread and assorted fresh vegetables for dipping



 
Preparation:
1.
Spray bottom of small saucepan generously with nonstick cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Add pecans and onions; cook over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes or until pecans are toasted and onions are tender.

2.
Add 1/4 cup hot water and cream cheese to saucepan; cook over medium-low heat until cheese is melted. Stir in dried beef and Italian seasoning; cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until hot.

3.
Spoon dip into bowl; sprinkle with additional green onion tops, if desired. Serve with dippers.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Sodium 221 mg
Protein 4 g
Fiber trace g
Carbohydrate 2 g
Cholesterol 35 mg
Total Fat 15 g
Calories 152
Dietary Exchange:
Fat 3
Meat 1/2


This recipe appears in: Dips & Spreads

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