1/2 c. chopped pecans
1 1/2 tbsp. butter
1 (2 1/2 oz.) jar dried beef
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
2 tbsp. milk
1/4 c. finely chopped bell pepper
1/2 c. finely chopped green onion
1 clove garlic, pressed
1/2 tsp. white pepper
1/2 c. sour cream

Saute pecans in butter, 3-5 minutes. Drain on paper towel. Set aside. Chop dried beef.

Combine cream cheese and milk until smooth. Stir in beef, pepper, onion, garlic and white pepper. Add sour cream.

Pour into greased casserole dish. Sprinkle pecans on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Serve warm. Delicious with Wheat Thins or other party crackers. Makes about 3 cups.