Description
Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Spicy Italian Sausage Dip, a must-have appetizer for any gathering. This crowd-pleaser combines spicy Italian sausage with a luscious blend of three cheeses, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Perfect for game days, holiday parties, or family get-togethers, this dip is a delicious way to elevate your entertaining game. Easy to prepare and versatile in serving options, it’s guaranteed to impress guests of all ages. Pair it with toasted crostini, crackers, or fresh veggies for a delightful experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spicy Italian sausage
- 12 ounces cream cheese
- 1 3/4 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes
- 3/4 cup pepperoncinis
- Italian seasoning
- garlic powder
- red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain grease and cool for 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350℉ and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix cooked sausage, cream cheese, mozzarella (reserve some), parmesan, tomatoes, pepperoncinis, and spices until well combined.
- Spread the mixture in the baking dish. Top with reserved mozzarella and optional seasoning.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly; broil briefly for browning if desired.
- Garnish with basil and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approx. 113g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 65mg