Description
Sloppy Hot Italian Cheese Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining rich flavors and creamy textures in every bite. Perfect for game day or cozy nights in, this dip features a delightful mix of Italian sausage, creamy cheeses, and zesty pasta sauce. Serve it warm with chips or breadsticks, and watch as it disappears in a flash. Easy to prepare and impossible to resist, this cheesy delight will elevate your snacking game at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pasta sauce (your choice of marinara)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the Italian sausage until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in softened cream cheese until melted and combined.
- Pour in pasta sauce and mix well; simmer for about five minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Add shredded mozzarella and half of the Parmesan cheese; cook until melted and bubbly.
- Transfer to an oven-safe dish, top with remaining Parmesan, and bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with chips or breadsticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg