Description
Savor the mouthwatering delight of our easy sausage cheese dip! This creamy and savory appetizer is the star of any gathering, combining rich melted cheese with flavorful ground sausage for an irresistible treat. Perfect for game days, parties, or cozy nights in, this dip is quick to prepare and customizable to suit your preferences. With its warm, cheesy goodness and crowd-pleasing appeal, it’s sure to have everyone reaching for more. Serve it alongside crispy tortilla chips or fresh veggies for the ultimate snacking experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground sausage (spicy or Italian)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned; drain excess fat.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese until melted and well combined.
- Gradually mix in sharp cheddar and pepper jack cheeses until fully melted.
- Add diced tomatoes with green chilies, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir until heated through.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
Notes
- – For a spicy kick, add jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- – Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to three days; reheat gently before serving.
- – To make it vegetarian-friendly, substitute ground sausage with lentils or crumbled tofu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg