Hot Sausage Beer Cheese Dip

Hot Sausage Beer Cheese Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage, removed from casing
• 1 cup beer (lager or ale works best)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped green onions, for garnish
• Tortilla chips or pretzels, for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Sausage:
   • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
3. Prepare the Cheese Mixture:
   • In a large bowl, combine the beer, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
   • Mix until well combined.
4. Combine Ingredients:
   • Add the cooked sausage to the cheese mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
5. Bake:
   • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden on top.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
   • Garnish with chopped green onions.
   • Serve hot with tortilla chips or pretzels for dipping.

Enjoy your delicious hot sausage beer cheese dip as a perfect appetizer for any gathering or game day!

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