Ingredients:

• 2 small jars dried beef, rinsed and finely chopped
• 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 1 1/2 cups finely shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup Dr. Pepper
• 3 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp minced garlic
• 1/8 tsp crushed dried red pepper
• Chopped pecans for garnish, optional