Description
Sausage lovers rejoice with this mouthwatering cheesy sausage dip that promises pure comfort and flavor. Creamy, spicy, and irresistibly rich, this dip delivers a crowd-pleasing experience you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (8 ounces) package cream cheese
Tomato Base:
- 1 (10 ounces) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
Measurement Notes:
- 1 pound = 454 grams
- 8 ounces = 227 grams
- 10 ounces = 283 grams
Instructions
- Brown ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, breaking meat into small, uniform crumbles.
- Pour diced tomatoes with green chilies directly into the skillet, including all liquid, and add cream cheese.
- Reduce heat to low and stir continuously until cream cheese completely dissolves and ingredients integrate smoothly.
- Gradually incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly to create a uniform, velvety texture without lumps.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring all cheese melts and flavors meld together.
- Transfer dip to a serving bowl, maintaining its warm temperature for optimal consistency and taste.
- Accompany with crispy tortilla chips, assorted crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping and enhanced enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by choosing mild or spicy sausage based on personal preference.
- Create a lighter version by using reduced-fat cream cheese and turkey sausage for a healthier alternative.
- Enhance flavor complexity by adding a splash of hot sauce or diced jalapeños for extra kick.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking process and ensure quick, effortless assembly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg