Simply Delicious, Your Easy Go-To Game Day Appetizer! Hot Sausage Dip

Suppose you’re looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing dip perfect for game day, parties, or casual gatherings. In that case, you can’t go wrong with a classic sausage dip made with just three simple ingredients: sausage, Rotel tomatoes, and cream cheese.

This savory, creamy, and slightly spicy dip has everything you need to satisfy a group of hungry guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Here’s how to make it and why it should be your go-to appetizer for any occasion!

This dip comes together in about 10 minutes, making it a perfect last-minute snack or appetizer. It stores well and can easily be made a day or two ahead of time. Serve it with Tostitos or your favorite chip!

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Ingredients you’ll need to make Hot Sausage Dip

• 1 Pound Sausage
• 1 10 oz Can Rotel
• 1 8 oz Package of Cream Cheese
• Tostitos

Substitution

This easy Hot Sausage Dip appetizer can be set to your own ‘heat’ level. I purchased the Jimmy Dean regular sausage and Mild Rotel for my Valentine’s Day Party, but for my Superbowl Party, I went with the Hot Jimmy Dean sausage and Original Rotel.

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How to make Hot Sausage Dip

Take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator about an hour before use.

Start by browning your sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Cut the sausage into slices and break it up with a spatula as it cooks so you get small, crumbled pieces. Cook until it’s nicely browned and fully cooked, approximately 10 minutes.

If you want to cook this in the oven, use an oven-safe serving dish or loaf pan. If you prefer to microwave the sausage dip, use a microwave-safe bowl. You can also use a crockpot.

Add the cream cheese and Rotel.

With a slotted spoon, add the sausage to the cream cheese and Rotel. This will remove the excess sausage grease.

Stir until combined well.

You Can Make the Dip in Advance: After combining all the ingredients, cover the dip and store it in the refrigerator for a day or two until ready to use.

Then….

Bake in the Oven: Bake for approximately 25 minutes at 350 degrees or until the cream cheese is bubbly around the edges.

or

Microwave: Microwave the Sausage Dip, stirring every 45 seconds, until hot.

or

Crockpot Friendly: If you’re making this dip for a large crowd or want to keep it warm, transfer it to a crock pot and turn it to medium-high until the dip bubbles. Then, put it on the low setting. Stir occasionally to keep it creamy.

Serves 4 to 6 people as an appetizer.

Sausage dip made with sausage, Rotel tomatoes, and cream cheese is easy and delicious. With just a few minutes of prep, you’ll have a savory, creamy dip that everyone will love. Be ready to share the recipe because once your guests get a taste, they’ll also want to make it for their next party!

Enjoy your next gathering with this go-to dip!

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