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Slow Cooker Sausage Dip

Slow Cooker Sausage Dip is the kind of recipe that turns any casual gathering into something memorable. It’s rich, creamy, savory, and incredibly easy to prepare, making it a go-to favorite for parties, game days, potlucks, or even cozy nights at home.
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Course: Soup
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 450 g pork breakfast sausage or mild Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 pound 16 oz / 450 g processed melting cheese (such as Velveeta), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 can 10 oz / 283 g diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

Method
 

  1. Brown the sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and no pink remains, about 7–10 minutes. Drain off any excess grease so the dip stays rich but not oily.
  2. Prep the slow cooker: Lightly spray the inside of a small slow cooker (2–4 quarts) with nonstick cooking spray to help with cleanup. Add the cubed processed cheese to the slow cooker crock.
  3. Add sausage and tomatoes: Spoon the browned, drained sausage over the cheese. Pour the entire can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (including the liquid) over the top.
  4. Cook until melted: Cover and cook on LOW for 1½–2 hours, or on HIGH for about 1 hour, stirring every 30 minutes, until the cheese is completely melted and everything is hot and bubbly. The dip should look smooth and creamy, with browned sausage crumbles and visible chunks of red tomatoes and green chilies throughout.
  5. Stir and serve: Give the dip a good stir to fully combine the sausage, cheese, and tomatoes with green chilies. Switch the slow cooker to the WARM setting for serving so it stays melty and steamy. Serve directly from the red slow cooker with your favorite dippers, and be warned—someone will probably devour half the pot before the guests arrive.