Description
Indulge in the creamy and savory goodness of Spicy Italian Sausage Dip, a delightful appetizer that combines the bold flavors of spicy Italian sausage with a melty trio of cheeses. This dish is perfect for game day, holiday gatherings, or any casual occasion where deliciousness is a must. With its rich flavors and easy preparation process, this dip will have your guests coming back for seconds. Served hot and bubbly, it pairs beautifully with crostini, crackers, or fresh veggies, making it an irresistible choice for entertaining or enjoying at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Spicy Italian sausage (cooked and drained)
- 12 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 3/4 cups Freshly grated Mozzarella Cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup Freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- 15 ounce Can diced tomatoes (drained)
- 3/4 cup Pepperoncinis (drained and diced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- Fresh chopped basil for garnish
- Crostini, toasted bread or crackers for dipping
Instructions
- Cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked sausage, cream cheese, 3/4 cup mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, diced tomatoes, pepperoncinis, and seasonings until well mixed.
- Spread the mixture into the baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly; optionally broil for browning.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm with dippers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg