January Theme: Spice things up this year with Crock Pot Black Eyed Pea Queso Dip

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While hosting your New Year's Eve bash this January, make sure to add Crock Pot Black Eyed Pea Queso Dip to your delectable menu. This spicy dish has black eyed peas, diced tomatoes and green chilies nestled in creamy melted cheese making it a deliciously cheesy appetizer that is sure to bring you and your guests a little bit of luck in 2022!

Crock Pot Black Eyed Pea Queso Dip

• 6 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter (3/4 cup)

• 1/2 C. diced Onion

• 3 15 oz. cans Black Eyed Peas, rinsed and drained

• 2 10 oz. cans Rotel Mild Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained

• 1 4.5 oz. can Chopped Green Chilies

• 1 tsp. bottled Minced Garlic

• 1 16 oz. package Velveeta Cheese, cubed

• Fresh Cilantro for garnish

• Tortilla Chips

In a small saucepan and over medium heat, melt butter. Once hot, sauté onion for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add to crock pot along with the black eyed peas, Rotel tomatoes, chopped green chilies, minced garlic and Velveeta cheese. Stir to combine, then cook on high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Once done, stir until cheese completely melts and sauce is creamy. Place in a serving dish alongside tortilla chips or serve from the crock pot. Garnish with fresh cilantro.