Sausage Cheese Dip 

This rich and creamy Sausage Cheese Dip is a crowd pleasing appetizer that's perfect for game days, parties, or casual gatherings. Combining savory sausage with a blend of cheeses and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dip is both flavorful and comforting. It's easy to prepare and sure to be a hit with your guests.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground sausage (spicy or mild, your choice)

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese

• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste 

Directions

1. Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess grease.

2. Add Cream Cheese: Reduce heat to low and add the softened cream cheese to the skillet. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and well combined with the sausage.

3. Mix in Cheeses: Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese, stirring until everything is melted and smooth.

4. Incorporate Tomatoes and Spices: Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.

5. Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper according to your preference, giving it one final stir to ensure everything is well combined.

6. Serve Warm: Remove from heat and transfer the dip to a serving bowl.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 379 kcal

• Protein: 18g

• Fat: 28g

• Carbohydrates: 15g

• Saturated Fat: 13g

• Cholesterol: 76mg

• Sodium: 1197mg

• Potassium: 459mg

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 6g

• Vitamin A: 816 IU

• Vitamin C: 7mg

• Calcium: 309mg

• Iron: 1mg