Sausage Cheese Dip

This sausage cheese dip is ready in just 20 minutes. With savory Italian sausage, 3 different kinds of cheese, and big flavor, it’s the perfect scoopable dip for game day, parties, or potlucks.

Ingredient Notes

• Sausage: Use mild or spicy Italian sausage for a rich, savory flavor and be sure to drain well to keep the dip from getting oily. Replace it with ground beef, chicken, or turkey, but add a bit more mustard and Worcestershire to balance the flavors.
• Cheese: This dip combines processed cheese, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar for a rich, creamy, and perfectly melty dip. Cube soft cheeses before adding so they melt evenly with less stirring and wait until off the heat to stir in the final sharp cheddar.
• Variations: Add diced jalapeños, green chilies, a pinch of cayenne, or a spoonful of salsa to give this sausage cheese dip a spicy, zesty twist. Stir in drained diced tomatoes with green chilies for a sausage queso dip twist.

The 20 Minute Game Plan

1. Brown the sausage and onion, then drain.
2. Melt cheeses over medium-low, stirring often (full recipe below).
3. Whisk in milk and seasonings.
4. Turn off the heat and stir in cheddar cheese.

Storing and Reheating Like New

Cool leftover dip, place in an airtight container, and refrigerate up to 4 days. Freeze in small portions for up to 2 months for the best texture.

To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge, if frozen. Then warm on the stove over low heat or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring often. Add a splash of milk to smooth it out.

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Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

• In a large skillet, brown sausage and onion until no pink remains. Drain fat.

• Add processed cheese and cream cheese. Stir over medium heat until melted. Whisk in milk, mustard powder, and Worcestershire sauce and continue cooking until hot and bubbly.

• Remove from the heat and stir in cheddar cheese.

• Serve with tortilla chips or crostini.

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for 2 months. 

Calories: 328 | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 908mg | Potassium: 282mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 639IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 307mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Appetizer, Dip

Cuisine American

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