Description
This hearty and flavorful dip combines savory sausage with creamy cheese, making it a perfect appetizer for gatherings or game days.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 pound (450 g) ground pork sausage
- 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces (225 g) processed cheese (e.g., Velveeta), cut into cubes
- 1 can (10 ounces or 280 g) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add the softened cream cheese and cubed processed cheese to the skillet with the cooked sausage. Stir until the cheeses begin to melt.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings:
- Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies, milk, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
- Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally, until the cheeses are fully melted and the dip is smooth.
- Finish and Serve:
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the dip to a serving dish and serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.
Notes
- Make-Ahead: This dip can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
- Slow Cooker Option: To keep the dip warm during a party, transfer the prepared dip to a slow cooker set on low. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.