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People can't get enough of my Slow Cooker Sausage Cheese Dip at gatherings. It brings together smooth cheese, tasty sausage, and a nice punch from the Rotel. Whenever I show up with it, guests circle around my crock pot, and I never have leftovers to take home.
What Makes This Dip Crowd-Pleasing
This dip fits any event from sports viewing to family get-togethers. I really like how I can tweak the heat to suit different tastes. And since everything goes in the crock pot, I get to mingle with guests instead of cooking away in the kitchen.
Key Components
- Italian Ground Sausage: I go back and forth between mild and hot based on who's eating.
- Onion Chopped: Creates a fantastic flavor base when cooked with sausage.
- Cream Cheese: Gives that wonderful richness and creaminess.
- Velveeta: Melts better than anything else for the perfect dip smoothness.
- Rotel: Pick your spice level for extra flavor and zip.
Simple Cooking Instructions
- Brown Sausage with Onions
- Start by cooking your sausage and onions until golden brown, then get rid of extra grease.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker
- Dump your sausage mix, cream cheese, Velveeta and Rotel into the crock pot.
- Let It Melt
- Cook everything on low for around 2 hours, stirring every so often.
- Keep Warm
- Turn to warm setting and watch it vanish with chips, crackers or vegetables.
Handy Tricks
Don't forget to stir now and then while serving to maintain that smooth texture. Need more spice? Go for hot Rotel or toss in some chopped jalapeños. A bit of milk works great if the dip thickens too much, and mild Rotel is great for folks who can't handle heat.
Storage Tips
You can keep any extras in your fridge for up to 3 days, but we hardly ever have any. When you want to warm it up again, add a splash of milk and heat it gently on the stovetop or in your microwave. During parties, the crock pot keeps everything at just the right temperature.
Customization Ideas
I sometimes add corn or black beans for more texture. A little lime juice can brighten the flavors. Fresh jalapeños sprinkled on top look good and pack extra heat. You might want to try turkey sausage if you're looking for something lighter.
Typical Questions
- Will it work on the stove? Yes, just use low heat and stir constantly.
- How do I serve it hot? Your slow cooker's warm setting does the job perfectly.
- Can I prep it beforehand? You bet, cook the sausage earlier and warm everything up when needed.
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Tasty Companions
We usually go for tortilla chips but give fresh vegetables or crusty bread a try too. It tastes great poured over nachos or even on baked potatoes. For get-togethers, I put out different dipping options so guests can pick what they like best.
Its Unique Appeal
This dip really connects people. It's hot, gooey and completely satisfying with those yummy chunks of sausage mixed in. The fact it's so simple to throw together is just a plus, though everyone thinks you spent forever making it.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can it be made on a stove?
Absolutely! Cook it on low heat, stirring now and then until everything melts. Then, transfer it to a bowl for serving.
- → What extras can I include?
Add black beans (drained), corn, or a dash of garlic and onion powder. These swaps work great if you skip diced onions.
- → How should this be served?
Warm it up with tortilla chips on the side. Keep your slow cooker on the WARM setting so it stays melty while people dig in.
- → How can I make it hotter?
If you want it spicy, use hot sausage or grab a spicy RoTel to kick up the heat!
- → Why is RoTel not drained?
You need the liquid to keep the dip creamy and full of flavor. It blends everything perfectly.