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Spicy Italian Sausage Dip

Spicy Italian Sausage Dip

The Crispy Chef
This creamy, cheesy, and spicy Italian sausage dip is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer. With a rich texture from cream cheese, smoky-tangy Rotel tomatoes, and hearty sausage, it’s an easy yet impressive dish perfect for parties, game day, or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Fusion, Italian-American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 290 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Hand Mixer (optional)
  • serving dish or pot

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g spicy Italian sausage (or merguez for Moroccan twist)
  • 225 g cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (283 g) Rotel tomatoes (or fire-roasted tomatoes with jalapeño)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 pinch salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or cilantro) for garnish
  • smoky paprika or harissa (optional, for heat)
  • chips, crackers, pita, or veggie sticks (for serving)

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes until fully browned and cooked through. Break into bite-sized pieces. Drain excess fat.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese and Rotel tomatoes until smooth and creamy. Use a hand mixer if desired for extra smoothness.
  • Add the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  • Transfer mixture to a large pot or oven-safe dish and cook over low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted and dip is hot.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs and optional smoky paprika or harissa. Serve hot with chips, crackers, pita, or veggie sticks.

Notes

Make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days, then reheat before serving. For a fiery Moroccan twist, try using merguez sausage or a spoonful of harissa. This dip is highly versatile—swap in different cheeses, spices, or toppings to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 13gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 480IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword cheesy dip, game day appetizer, Italian dip, Party Dip, spicy sausage dip
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