Description
A creamy, savory sausage cheese dip that combines Italian sausage, processed cheese, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar for a perfect party appetizer or snack. Ready in just 20 minutes, this warm dip pairs beautifully with tortilla chips or crostini.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Mixture
- 12 ounces Italian sausage
- ½ cup diced onion
Cheese Base
- 8 ounces processed cheese loaf (such as Velveeta)
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup milk
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Finishing Cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the sausage and onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage and diced onion together until the sausage is fully browned with no pink remaining and the onions are soft. Drain off any excess fat to keep the dip creamy but not greasy.
- Add the cheese base: Add the processed cheese loaf and cream cheese to the skillet. Stir continuously over medium heat until both cheeses melt smoothly into the sausage mixture.
- Incorporate liquids and seasonings: Whisk in the milk, dry mustard powder, and Worcestershire sauce, continuing to cook and stir the mixture until it becomes hot and bubbly. This step ensures the dip is perfectly creamy with a hint of tang and spice.
- Finish with sharp cheddar: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until well combined and slightly melted from the residual heat.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving dish and enjoy warm with tortilla chips or crostini for dipping.
Notes
- Use mild or spicy Italian sausage depending on your heat preference.
- Draining the fat from the cooked sausage helps prevent the dip from being too greasy.
- Velveeta or any processed cheese works best for smooth melting.
- Worcestershire sauce adds a subtle umami depth but can be omitted if unavailable.
- This dip is best served warm; reheat gently on the stovetop if needed.
- For a thicker dip, reduce the milk slightly or add extra shredded cheddar.
- Pairs well with tortilla chips, crostini, or sliced veggies.
