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Spicy sausage cheese dip

Creamy Spicy Sausage Cheese Dip for Effortless Entertaining

This Spicy Sausage Cheese Dip is a crowd-pleaser packed with bold flavors and creamy goodness, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 lb Spicy Breakfast Sausage Can be swapped for ground turkey or chorizo
  • 16 oz Velveeta Cheese Use cubed cheddar or pepper jack if unavailable
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Not suitable for dairy-free versions
  • 1 medium Diced Red Onion Can replace with green onions for milder flavor
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Use diced bell peppers for a milder dip
  • 1 cup Salsa Choose heat level based on preference
  • 0.5 cup Milk Plant-based milk can be used for dairy-free versions
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust seasoning to your taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can substitute

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until fully browned, then drain excess fat.
  2. Transfer browned sausage into a slow cooker, spreading it evenly.
  3. Scatter cubed Velveeta cheese over the sausage in the slow cooker.
  4. Add sour cream, diced red onion, chopped jalapeño, salsa, milk, black pepper, and garlic powder into the slow cooker; stir gently to combine.
  5. Cover and set the slow cooker to high. Cook for 1½ to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and dip is thick.
  6. Switch to warm setting and serve with tortilla chips, veggies, or warm bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 25mg

Notes

This dip is perfect for any gathering, is easily adjustable for spice levels, and can be prepared ahead of time.

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