Cheesy Sausage Dip: A Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer Recipe

This easy and delicious cheesy sausage dip is the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Made with creamy cheese, savory sausage, and a touch of spice, it is sure to please everyone's taste buds. Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for a flavorful and hearty snack. Get ready to become the star of the party with this crowd-pleasing recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground sausage
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove any excess grease.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, diced tomatoes with green chilies, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
4. Add the cooked sausage, onion, and garlic mixture to the cheese mixture. Stir until everything is well combined.
5. Transfer the dip to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
6. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
9. Serve hot with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

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