Looking for a show-stopping appetizer that will have everyone reaching for seconds? Look no further than this Cheese and Sausage Dip! Packed with flavor and made with just 3 simple ingredients, it’s the perfect blend of meaty cheesy goodness!
Say hello to your new favorite party appetizer: Cheese and Sausage Dip! Combining gooey Velveeta cheese with savory sausage, this hearty dip is a guaranteed hit that everyone will love. Easy to prepare with only 3 ingredients, it's stays warm in the slow cooker all party long. Trust us when we say, it’s perfect for game days, tailgate parties, gatherings, or any occasion where delicious snacks are a must!
My grandma has made this amazing dip for holiday get-togethers for as long as I can remember, and she always leaves with an empty dish. Amongst the spread of yummy appetizers and finger foods, it steals the show. We serve it with tortilla chips, corn chips and veggies, but it's also amazing ladled over a baked potato or tortilla chips smothered with it and baked as nachos!
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Why You'll Like This Recipe
- Super Easy Appetizer. With just 3 ingredients and minimal prep time, this Velveeta sausage dip is incredibly easy to whip up.
- Crowd Favorite. The combination of flavors in this cheesy dip is a guaranteed hit. It's perfect for football season, holidays, or special occasions.
- Versatile and Customizable. Enjoy it with chips, veggies, or even as a topping for baked potatoes or nachos!
- Make-Ahead Friendly. Prepare this cheesy sausage dip recipe in advance for added convenience, making entertaining a breeze.
Ingredients
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- Ground Pork Breakfast Sausage: Provides a savory and hearty base for the dip, adding a rich, meaty flavor and a satisfying texture. The spice blend in the variety of mild or hot sausage you use determines the flavor and heat of this party dip. Spicy breakfast sausage is our favorite!
- Velveeta Cheese: This creamy cheese melts beautifully, giving the dip its smooth, gooey consistency. Its mild flavor allows the other ingredients to shine.
- Rotel: A mix of diced tomatoes and green chilies, a can of Rotel adds freshness, tang, and a hint of spice to this sausage cheese dip recipe.
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How to Make Cheese and Sausage Dip
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble ground breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour the cooked sausage into a colander and drain excess grease. Blot with paper towels if needed.
- To a 2 quart or larger crockpot, add half of the Velveeta cubes, half of the rotel, then half of the sausage. Repeat these 3 layers.
- Cover and cook on low heat. Stir every 20-30 minutes, until melted and smooth. Add milk if a thinner texture is desired. Set the heat to warm.
- Serve with individual small bowls as well as tortilla chips, corn chip scoops, crackers, or bread for dipping!
Pro Tips and Substitutions
- Add Some Heat: There are lots of ways you can add an extra kick to this dip! Use hot breakfast sausage or a spicier variety of Rotel. You can also mix in jalapeños, add crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper, or add a dash of hot sauce.
- Adjust the Thickness: If your cheese dip is too thick, you can slowly add in milk. The longer the cheese dip sets on warm in the slow cooker the thicker it will be. Add a little bit at a time (around a ¼-1/2 cup), stir, then check if it's to your liking.
- Types of Cheese: While Velveeta gives a creamy texture and is our favorite for this creamy dip, you can mix make it with a 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese or American Cheese with 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Just be mindful that the dip will have a different taste and texture.
- Use Different Meats: Spicy sausage is our favorite protein in this dip, but you can also use crumbled, cooked, and drained ground beef or hot Italian sausage.
- Creamy Variation: For an even creamier dip, add cream cheese or sour cream to the mixture. This will create a velvety texture and rich flavor.
- Cooking Methods: You can prepare this dip on the stovetop or slow cooker. If cooking on the stove top, once the sausage has been browned and drained, add all 3 ingredients to the skillet and cook on low, stirring often until melted and smooth.
- Add Extra Flavors: We keep this easy sausage dip simple with 3 basic ingredients, but you can add more flavor with pantry items such was garlic powder, ground cumin, onion powder, chili powder, or a little taco seasoning.
Storage
Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding ¼-1/2 cup of milk to loosen the dip.
We don't recommend freezing this dip as it changes the texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! You can prepare the easy dip recipe in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat it when you're ready to serve. Add a ¼-1/2 cup of milk to achieve your desired texture.
This dip is great with tortilla chips, pita chips, sliced veggies, or even crackers. You can also use it as a topping for nachos or baked potatoes.
While freezing is possible, it may change the texture of the Velveeta when reheated. It's best enjoyed fresh, but if you do freeze it, be sure to reheat gently and expect some change in consistency.
The level of spice depends on the type of sausage and Rotel used. To control the heat, opt for mild sausage and original Rotel, or customize to your heat preference.
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Cheese and Sausage Dip
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 2 pound package Velveeta cheese cubed
- 10 ounce can Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies) undrained
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble ground breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour the cooked sausage into a colander and drain excess grease. Blot with paper towels if needed.
- To a 2 quart or larger crockpot, add half of the Velveeta cubes, half of the rotel, then half of the sausage. Repeat these 3 layers.
- Cover and cook on low heat. Stir every 20-30 minutes, until melted and smooth. Add milk if a thinner texture is desired. Set the heat to warm.
- Serve with individual small bowls as well as tortilla chips, corn chip scoops, crackers, or bread for dipping!
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Notes
Pro Tips and Substitutions
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- Add Some Heat: There are lots of ways you can add an extra kick to this dip! Use hot breakfast sausage or a spicier variety of Rotel. You can also mix in jalapeños, add crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper, or add a dash of hot sauce.
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- Adjust the Thickness: If your cheese dip is too thick, you can slowly add in milk. The longer the cheese dip sets on warm in the slow cooker the thicker it will be. Add a little bit at a time (around a ¼-1/2 cup), stir, then check if it's to your liking.
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- Types of Cheese: While Velveeta gives a creamy texture and is our favorite for this creamy dip, you can mix make it with a 8-12 ounces full-fat cream cheese or American Cheese with 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Just be mindful that the dip will have a different taste and texture.
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- Use Different Meats: Spicy sausage is our favorite protein in this dip, but you can also use crumbled, cooked, and drained ground beef or hot Italian sausage.
-
- Creamy Variation: For an even creamier dip, add cream cheese or sour cream to the mixture. This will create a velvety texture and rich flavor.
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- Cooking Methods: You can prepare this dip on the stovetop or slow cooker. If cooking on the stove top, once the sausage has been browned and drained, add all 3 ingredients to the skillet and cook on low, stirring often until melted and smooth.
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- Add Extra Flavors: We keep this easy sausage dip simple with 3 basic ingredients, but you can add more flavor with pantry items such was garlic powder, ground cumin, onion powder, chili powder, or a little taco seasoning.
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