This crowd-pleasing cheese dip recipe, loaded with meat and tomatoes, is sure to be a hit at your next get together.
Cheese Dip Ingredients
These are the simple ingredients you'll need to make this meaty cheese dip recipe:
· Meat: This satisfying cheese dip starts with ground beef and ground pork sausage.
· Onion: Cook the meat with a diced onion.
· Cheese: You'll need a loaf of processed cheese food, such as Velveeta.
· Tomatoes: A can of diced tomatoes and green chile peppers lends flavor and color.
· Soup: A can of condensed cream of mushroom soup ensures a thick, creamy dip.
How to Make Cheese Dip
You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this top-rated cheese dip:
1. Cook the ground meat and onion in a skillet. Transfer the meat to a slow cooker.
2. Layer the cheese cubes on the meat mixture.
3. Blend the canned tomatoes until smooth, then pour over the cheese with the soup.
4. Cook on High until the cheese is completely melted.
What to Serve With Cheese Dip
Serve this hearty cheese dip with tortilla chips, vegetables, pretzels, crackers, or homemade crostini. It also makes an indulgent topping for nachos, French fries, or baked potatoes.
How to Store Cheese Dip
Allow the cheese dip to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove. You can freeze the cheese dip for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge.
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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½ pound bulk spicy pork sausage
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½ pound ground beef
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1 onion, diced
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1 (2 pound) loaf processed cheese food (such as Velveeta), cubed
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1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as Rotel)
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1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
Directions
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble sausage and ground beef into the skillet; add onion. Cook and stir until the meat is evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes; drain and discard any excess grease. Transfer meat mixture into a slow cooker.
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Layer cheese food cubes atop meat mixture.
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Blend diced tomatoes with green chile peppers in a blender until smooth; pour over cheese cubes along with condensed soup. Stir well and cover.
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Cook on High, stirring occasionally until the cheese is completely melted, about 90 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
445 | Calories |
32g | Fat |
14g | Carbs |
25g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
Calories 445 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 32g | 41% |
Saturated Fat 17g | 84% |
Cholesterol 100mg | 33% |
Sodium 1876mg | 82% |
Total Carbohydrate 14g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
Total Sugars 8g | |
Protein 25g | 50% |
Vitamin C 7mg | 8% |
Calcium 549mg | 42% |
Iron 2mg | 9% |
Potassium 502mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.