Description
This Easy Sausage Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for game days, parties, or cozy nights in. Made with sausage, cream cheese, cheddar, and zesty Rotel, it comes together in just 30 minutes. Serve it warm with chips, crackers, or bread—it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
1 lb ground breakfast sausage (or your preferred sausage)
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). -
Cook the Sausage:
In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat. -
Mix the Dip:
In a large bowl, combine cooked sausage, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, Rotel (with juices), garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until fully mixed and creamy. -
Bake:
Transfer to a small baking dish, spreading the mixture evenly. Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top. -
Serve:
Let cool slightly and serve warm with tortilla chips, toasted bread, or crackers.
Notes
Make it Spicy: Add jalapeños, hot sauce, or crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Add Veggies: Stir in sautéed bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
