3 Ingredient Dip
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This easy 3 Ingredient Dip is the perfect blend of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors, making it an ideal appetizer for any occasion. Easy to customize with your favorite toppings and serving styles, it’s will be a hit at your next party or as a tasty snack.
Are you searching for the ultimate crowd-pleasing dip that combines rich flavors with irresistible creaminess? Look no further! This savory sausage and tomato dip is a perfect blend of hearty ingredients and vibrant spices, making it an ideal appetizer for any occasion.
Whether you’re hosting a lively game night, planning a festive party, or simply craving a delicious snack to share with friends and family, this versatile recipe has got you covered. With the perfect balance of savory sausage, tangy diced tomatoes with green chilies, and smooth cream cheese, it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings and serving styles. From adding a spicy kick to enhancing the creaminess, the possibilities are endless. Dive into this recipe and discover how simple ingredients can come together to create a dip that’s sure to become a staple at your gatherings!
What You’ll Need to Make 3 Ingredient Dip
Ingredients
- sausage
- Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
- cream cheese
Optional Toppings
- Sour Cream
- Parsley
- Petite diced fire roasted tomatoes
How to Make 3 Ingredient Dip
In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks, until browned and no longer pink. Drain fat and return to pan.
Stir in the undrained Rotel and the cream cheese cubes. Continue stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted and smooth.
Serve the dip warm and enjoy!
The classic way to serve 3 Ingredient Dip is with Tortilla Chips, but feel free to mix it up! Serve with Pita Chips for an extra crunch, or dunk fresh veggies in the dip for a lighter option. This dip is so versatile you can even use it to make nachos!
Store in airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, warm the dip in a skillet on the stovetop over low heat. If it’s too thick, add some milk to thin it out. You can also reheat in a microwave safe dish, stirring every 30 seconds for even heating. Add a splash of milk to think the dip out to desired consistency.
Optional Additions to 3 Ingredient Dip
- Topping with sour cream will add creaminess and a touch of tang.
- Add fresh parsley for a bright, fresh kick.
- For a little spice, try topping with petite diced fire-roasted tomatoes.
- For an extra cheesy touch, sprinkle freshly grated cheddar or a Mexican blend cheese on top and stir it in.
- If you like spice, try a spicy sausage, add jalapeño slices, or even squeeze in some lime to balance the heat.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound sausage optional: spicy sausage for extra spiciness
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
- 8 oz block cream cheese cubed
Optional Toppings
- sour cream (for extra tang)
- parsley (for bright fresh kick)
- petite fire roasted tomatoes
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks, until browned and no longer pink. Drain fat and return to pan.
- Stir in the rotel (with the liquid) and the cream cheese cubes. Continue stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted and smooth.Serve the dip warm. Enjoy!
- Store in airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- To reheat, warm the dip in a skillet on the stovetop over low heat. If it's too thick, add some milk to thin it out. Microwave : reheat in a microwave safe dish, stirring every 30 seconds for even heating. Add a splash of milk to think the dip out to desired consistency.
Other Options
- For an extra cheesy touch, sprinkle some freshly grated cheddar or Mexican blend cheese on top and stir in.
- If you like spice. Try a spicy sausage combo, add some jalapeno slices, or even a squeeze of lime to balance out the heat.
Ways to Serve
- Tortilla chips is the classic way to serve this dip.
- Try it with pita chips! Gives it an extra crunch texture and flavor.
- Make nachos with it!
- Trying serving it with some fresh veggies, like carrots, celery, or peppers for dipping. It's a fresh contrast to the dip and will help keep things a little lighter.
