Slow Cooker Sausage Dip

Ingredients

• 450 g (1 lb) ground sausage (mild, spicy, or Italian—your choice)
• 1 block (225 g / 8 oz) cream cheese, cubed
• 1 can (300 g / 10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
• ½ cup milk (optional, for thinner dip)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Optional add-ins:
  • 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (for heat)
  • ½ cup cooked onions or bell peppers
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the sausage
   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until fully browned. Drain excess grease.
2. Add to slow cooker
   Transfer the cooked sausage to your slow cooker.
3. Add remaining ingredients
   Add cream cheese, diced tomatoes (with juices), shredded cheese, and seasonings.
4. Cook low and slow
   • Cook on LOW for 2–3 hours or
   • HIGH for 1–1.5 hours
     Stir occasionally until everything is melted and smooth.
5. Adjust texture
   Add milk a little at a time if you want a thinner, creamier dip.
6. Serve warm
   Keep on the “warm” setting and stir occasionally.

🧂 Serving Ideas

• Tortilla chips (classic)
• Toasted baguette slices
• Veggies like celery or bell peppers
• Over baked potatoes or nachos

🔥 Tips

• Use spicy sausage + extra jalapeño for a kick
• Swap cheddar for pepper jack for more flavor
• If it thickens too much, just stir in a splash of milk