This sausage cheese dip is ready in just 20 minutes. With savory Italian sausage, 3 different kinds of cheese, and big flavor, it’s the perfect scoopable dip for game day, parties, or potlucks.
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Holly’s Recipe Highlights
- Flavor: Rich and savory with a super creamy texture, bold sausage flavor, melty cheeses, and just enough tang to keep every bite cozy and crave-worthy.
- Skill Level: Beginner-friendly with minimal dishes!
- Recommended Tools: All you need is a large skillet with a sturdy spatula or whisk to make this dip.
- Serving Suggestions: I love serving this dip with crostini, crackers, tortilla chips, and pretzels since the crunchy, salty bite pairs perfectly with the creamy dip.
Ingredient Notes
- Sausage: Use mild or spicy Italian sausage for a rich, savory flavor and be sure to drain well to keep the dip from getting oily. Replace it with ground beef, chicken, or turkey, but add a bit more mustard and Worcestershire to balance the flavors.
- Cheese: This dip combines processed cheese, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar for a rich, creamy, and perfectly melty dip. Cube soft cheeses before adding so they melt evenly with less stirring and wait until off the heat to stir in the final sharp cheddar.
- Variations: Add diced jalapeños, green chilies, a pinch of cayenne, or a spoonful of salsa to give this sausage cheese dip a spicy, zesty twist. Stir in drained diced tomatoes with green chilies for a sausage queso dip twist.
The 20 Minute Game Plan
- Brown the sausage and onion, then drain.
- Melt cheeses over medium-low, stirring often (full recipe below).
- Whisk in milk and seasonings.
- Turn off the heat and stir in cheddar cheese.
Storing and Reheating Like New
Cool leftover dip, place in an airtight container, and refrigerate up to 4 days. Freeze in small portions for up to 2 months for the best texture.
To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge, if frozen. Then warm on the stove over low heat or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring often. Add a splash of milk to smooth it out.
Game Day Pairings
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Italian sausage
- ½ cup diced onion
- 8 ounces processed cheese loaf such as Velveeta
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown sausage and onion until no pink remains. Drain fat.
- Add processed cheese and cream cheese. Stir over medium heat until melted. Whisk in milk, mustard powder, and Worcestershire sauce and continue cooking until hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the heat and stir in cheddar cheese.
- Serve with tortilla chips or crostini.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Appetizer, Dip
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How many days will cheese sausage dip stay good ?
Hi Patti, this dip will stay good in the fridge for up to 3-4 days if it’s stored in an airtight container. Reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave. Please let us know how it turns out for you!
Sooo amazing!!!
Italian Sausage Cheese Dip
This dip was delicious, I used Imperial Cheese and it was a little too salty for some, so would recommend using a 1/2 cup if you are watching your salt intake. I had some leftover, and made macaroni and added this dip with parmesan cheese on top…. Very delicious!
I havent bought Velveeta cheese since the 80’s, and it does add a nice creamy texture.
Love your recipes
Would love to have these recipes thank you