Chipped Beef Party Dip

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

Sauté pecans in margarine, 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.