Cowboy Caviar

2 cans of black eyed peas(drained and rinsed)
2- large tomatoes- (I take out the seeds)
1(each) red, green bell pepper. To taste (not everyone loves peppers)
1(bunch) cilantro.
1(bunch) green onion.
Can of white corn.
3-4- jalapenos seeded & finely chopped.
1- bottle of Paul Newman’s family Italian dressing (or other good Italian dressing).
1 avocado, semi soft

Chop all of the veggies & combine (the last thing you add is the avocado).  You can combine the other veggies ahead of time and the dressing a few minutes before serving. 

All of the ingredients are adjustable to suit a person’s taste and size of party.

Picture is from 4th of July 2011 at Mike and Diann's house.  Mmm...

Got this recipe from Theresa Maricich.

HOT BEAN DIP

Sooooooooooooooo good! We always serve this at our Halloween party. Given to me by Paula

1 can Frito jalapeno bean dip (8 oz.)
10 drops Tabasco
1 pkg. cream cheese (8 oz.)
1 carton sour cream (8 oz.)
½ cup chopped green onion
¼ tsp. salt
½ pkg. taco seasoning mix
Cheese (see below)


Blend ingredients and put in 8” square glass Pyrex dish.

Cover with layer of coarsely grated cheese (half jack and half cheddar).

Cover with foil and Bake @ 350 degrees for 15 minutes, until mixture is hot and cheese is melted.

Serve with tortilla chips.