Delicious and Easy Smoked Italian Sausage Dip Recipe for Your Next Gathering
Smoked Italian Sausage offers a fusion of rich flavors and robust spices, marrying traditional Italian craftsmanship with smoky goodness. Crafted from premium sausage, expertly seasoned with a blend of Italian herbs this dip will have your guests begging for more!
Servings 4-6 people
Prep time 15-20 minutes
Cook time 2 hours
Why Smoked Italian Sausage Dip Works
Textural Contrast: The combination of creamy cheese and slightly crispy, crumbled sausage creates a pleasing contrast in texture. This mix makes each bite interesting and enjoyable, offering both smoothness and a bit of bite.
Customizable: You can easily adjust the ingredients to suit different tastes or dietary needs, such as using spicy sausage for a kick or adding vegetables like bell peppers or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
Comfort Food Appeal: The dip has a comforting, indulgent quality, making it a hit at parties or gatherings. Its rich, hearty nature makes it ideal for cold weather or as a satisfying snack during social events.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 14 ounces of diced tomatoes (drained)
- ¾ cup of pepperoncini peppers (diced)
- 1 shallot (diced)
- 1 tablespoon of Italian herb seasoning
- 1 pound of ground Italian sausage (You can use spicy Italian sausage as well)
- ½ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 ¾ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese (reserve 1 cup for the topping)
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Crostini or chips (for dipping)
Instructions
First, in a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, diced tomatoes, diced pepperoncini peppers, cooked Italian sausage, sour cream, diced shallot, and ¾ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Next, season the dip mixture with Italian seasoning. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Transfer to baking dish then ensure everything is evenly spread
Preheat your smoker or oven to 250 degrees.
Once up to temperature place the dish on the smoker and cook for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Once the dip has cooked for 2 hours, cover the top with the reserved 1 cup of shredded mozzarella & 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese
Preheat your oven to broil. Place the dish in the oven and broil until the cheese on top is golden brown and bubbly.
Finally, garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve with crostini or chips and enjoy!’
By using this step-by-step guide, your Italian Sausage Dip will be the hit of any gathering. Not only is it rich and flavorful, but it’s also easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
You can also use this dip mixture to make Stuffed Mushrooms
