Description
Sizzling hot sausage beer cheese dip delivers bold flavors that dance across taste buds with mouthwatering intensity. Beer-infused creamy goodness combines spicy sausage and melted cheese, promising a crowd-pleasing appetizer you’ll want to dive into at game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (450 g) hot Italian sausage, casing removed
Cheeses:
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Other Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (250 ml) beer (lager or pale ale works well)
- 1 cup (250 ml) whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Fire up a skillet over medium intensity and dispatch the sausage, methodically crumbling and browning the meat for approximately 5-7 minutes. Eliminate excess grease and isolate the cooked protein.
- Introduce flour to the residual sausage drippings, cultivating a roux by continuously stirring for 1-2 minutes. Delicately integrate beer and dairy, whisking consistently until the mixture transforms into a luscious consistency.
- Infuse the developing sauce with Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne, creating a vibrant flavor foundation.
- Diminish heat to low and systematically incorporate cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, gently folding until achieving a velvety, uniform texture without lumps.
- Reintroduce the reserved sausage into the molten cheese mixture, ensuring thorough integration and balanced seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Transition the decadent dip into a serving vessel or maintain warmth in a slow cooker. Embellish with freshly chopped green onions or chives for visual and aromatic appeal.
- Present piping hot alongside an array of dipping companions like soft pretzels, tortilla chips, baguette slices, or crisp vegetable crudités.
Notes
- Drain sausage thoroughly to prevent greasy texture and ensure a crisp, clean flavor profile in the dip.
- Choose a robust beer like amber ale or lager to enhance the cheese sauce’s depth without overpowering other ingredients.
- Shred cheese manually for smoother melting and better texture compared to pre-shredded packaged varieties.
- Adjust spice levels by modifying cayenne pepper quantity to suit different heat preferences and dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg