Elevate Your Game Day Snacks: How To Make Sausage Queso Dip That’ll Steal The Show

Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or dip for your next party or gathering? Look no further than this sausage queso dip recipe! This creamy, cheesy dip combines the savory flavors of sausage, cheese, and spices into a dish that everyone will love. Whether you’re serving it with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables, this dip is sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground sausage
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 (16-ounce) jar of queso dip
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sausage:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.

2. Add Vegetables:

Once the sausage is cooked, add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

3. Combine Ingredients:

In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage and vegetables, diced tomatoes with green chilies, queso dip, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir until well combined.

4. Transfer to Baking Dish:

Transfer the dip mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish.

5. Bake:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the dip for 20-25 minutes, or until it is bubbly and melted.

6. Serve:

Serve the sausage queso dip hot with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables. Enjoy!

Variations:

• Spicy Sausage Queso Dip: Add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dip mixture for a spicy kick.
• Loaded Sausage Queso Dip: Add 1/2 cup of cooked bacon, 1/2 cup of black beans, and 1/2 cup of corn to the dip mixture for a loaded version.
• Veggie Sausage Queso Dip: Substitute the ground sausage with 1 pound of cooked and crumbled plant-based sausage for a vegetarian option.

Tips:

• For a smoother dip, blend the cooked sausage and vegetables in a food processor before adding them to the dip mixture.
• If you don’t have a baking dish, you can also make this dip in a slow cooker. Set the slow cooker to low and cook the dip for 2-3 hours, or until it is bubbly and melted.
• Serve the dip with a variety of dipping options, such as tortilla chips, crackers, vegetables, or bread.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve the sausage queso dip as an appetizer or snack at your next party or gathering.
• Enjoy it as a dip for your favorite chips or crackers.
• Use it as a topping for nachos or tacos.
• Add it to grilled cheese sandwiches or quesadillas for an extra cheesy flavor.

‘Queso’ Dip Variations:

• White Queso Dip: Use white cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese instead of yellow cheddar cheese for a creamy and mild dip.
• Green Chile Queso Dip: Add 1/2 cup of chopped green chiles to the dip mixture for a spicy and flavorful twist.
• Poblano Queso Dip: Roast and peel a poblano pepper, then chop it and add it to the dip mixture for a smoky and slightly spicy flavor.

Questions We Hear a Lot

Q: Can I make this dip ahead of time?

A: Yes, you can make the sausage queso dip up to 2 days ahead of time. Simply store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to serve, reheat it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until it is bubbly and melted.

Q: Can I freeze the sausage queso dip?

A: Yes, you can freeze the sausage queso dip for up to 3 months. To freeze, let the dip cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. When you’re ready to serve, thaw the dip in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for several hours. Reheat it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until it is bubbly and melted.

Q: What are some other ways to use sausage queso dip?

A: In addition to serving it as a dip, you can also use sausage queso dip as a topping for nachos, tacos, or quesadillas. You can also add it to grilled cheese sandwiches or burgers for an extra cheesy flavor.