Description
This Hot Sausage Beer Cheese Dip is creamy, cheesy, and packed with savory flavor! Perfect for game days, parties, or a delicious snack, this dip combines the richness of melted cheeses with the boldness of sausage and beer. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it with tortilla chips or pretzels for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
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For the Sausage Mixture:
- 1 lb Italian sausage, removed from casing
- 1 cup beer (lager or ale works best)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Toppings and Serving:
- Tortilla chips or pretzels, for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the beer over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the cream cheese until smooth and melted.
- Add the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, stirring constantly until the cheeses are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the milk, flour, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and is heated through.
- Add the cooked sausage to the cheese mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Transfer the dip to a serving dish and serve warm with tortilla chips or pretzels.
Notes
- For a milder version, use mild sausage instead of hot sausage.
- You can substitute the beer with chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- The dip can also be served with crackers or vegetable sticks for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dip (approximately 1/4 cup)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg