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Slow Cooker Sausage Cheese Dip Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

This Slow Cooker Sausage Cheese Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful appetizer perfect for parties or game day. Made with ground Italian sausage, Velveeta, cream cheese, and RoTel, it delivers a delightful combination of savory and spicy flavors. The slow cooker method ensures everything melts together beautifully, making it easy to prepare and serve warm with tortilla chips.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 16 ounces ground Italian sausage
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced

Dairy

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed

Other

  • 20 ounces RoTel (diced tomatoes and green chilies), undrained

Instructions

  1. Brown the Sausage and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground Italian sausage and diced onion. Cook until the sausage is browned and the onions are softened. Drain off any excess grease to reduce fat content and prevent a greasy dip.
  2. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer the cooked sausage and onions to the basin of a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the cubed cream cheese, cubed Velveeta, and both cans of undrained RoTel tomatoes and chilies. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
  3. Cook on Low: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the LOW setting for approximately 2 hours. Stir occasionally during cooking to help all the cheeses melt smoothly and blend with the sausage and tomatoes for a creamy texture.
  4. Keep Warm for Serving: Once the dip is fully melted and creamy, switch the slow cooker to the WARM setting to maintain the perfect serving temperature without overcooking.
  5. Serve: Serve the dip warm alongside tortilla chips for scooping. This dip is ideal for casual gatherings, parties, and game day snacking.

Notes

  • Use a 6-quart slow cooker for best results and to accommodate the volume of ingredients comfortably.
  • Drain grease thoroughly after browning sausage to avoid a greasy dip.
  • Stir occasionally during cooking to ensure even melting and prevent sticking.
  • Can be kept warm on the slow cooker’s WARM setting for up to 2 hours before serving.
  • For added spice, consider adding some chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/slow-cooker-sausage-cheese-dip-recipe/