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Slow Cooker Sausage Dip

Learn how to make rich slow cooker sausage dip with cream cheese and cheddar that stays smooth without turning greasy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground bulk pork sausage uncooked
  • 16 oz brick cream cheese cut into 1-inch cubes, softened
  • 10 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chiles undrained (such as Rotel)
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded from a block
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper ground
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro finely chopped, optional for garnish

Equipment

  • 12-inch Skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • paper towels
  • 3-quart to 4-quart slow cooker
  • Box grater
  • Silicone spatula

Method
 

  1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 lb ground pork sausage.
  2. Cook the sausage for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F.
  3. Line a plate with paper towels and transfer the cooked sausage to the plate using a slotted spoon to drain excess fat.
  4. Add the drained sausage, 16 oz cubed cream cheese, 10 oz undrained diced tomatoes with green chiles, 8 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, 0.5 tsp onion powder, and 0.25 tsp black pepper to a 3-quart to 4-quart slow cooker.
  5. Cover with the lid and cook on LOW setting for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  6. Stir the dip thoroughly at the 45-minute mark and again at the end of cooking until the cheese melts completely and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Switch the slow cooker setting to WARM for serving, garnishing with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

If using a larger 6-quart slow cooker, reduce the cooking time by 20 to 30 minutes to prevent the edges from drying out.
To keep the dip smooth on a party buffet, keep the lid on between servings and stir every 30 minutes while on the WARM setting.
You can double this recipe easily in a 5-quart or 6-quart slow cooker without increasing the cook time.