Description
Indulge in our Spicy Italian Sausage Dip Recipe, a creamy and savory appetizer that combines spicy Italian sausage with a trio of delicious cheeses. This dip is a game-changer for your next gathering, offering a rich flavor profile and velvety texture that will keep your guests coming back for more. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or enjoying a cozy night in, this dip pairs perfectly with crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables. With simple preparation and mouthwatering taste, it’s bound to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Spicy Italian sausage (cooked and drained)
- 12 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 ¾ cups Freshly grated Mozzarella Cheese (divided)
- ½ cup Freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes (drained)
- ¾ cup Pepperoncinis (drained and diced)
- Italian seasoning to taste
- Garlic powder to taste
- Red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage until browned. Drain excess grease and let cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked sausage, cream cheese, ¾ cup mozzarella, Parmesan, diced tomatoes, Pepperoncinis, seasonings, and red pepper flakes.
- Spread mixture into the baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly. For added browning, broil for the last few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg