Teresa Dip
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with Teresa Dip—a creamy, spicy, and irresistibly cheesy dip that’s perfect for any gathering. Packed with bold flavors from browned spicy sausage, melted cream cheese, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dip balances its heat with the richness of sour cream and a sprinkle of garlic powder and paprika for a smoky kick. Shredded cheddar cheese takes it over the top, creating a luscious, gooey texture that’s impossible to resist. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for game-day snacking or holiday parties. Serve it warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies, and don’t forget the optional garnish of green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish. Teresa Dip is sure to be the centerpiece of your next party spread!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 lb spicy ground sausage
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies, canned
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional)
- 0 tortilla chips or crackers, for serving
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the spicy ground sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break it into crumbles with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan over low heat, add the cream cheese and stir until it begins to soften and melt.
Step 3
Add the cooked sausage to the saucepan and stir to combine with the cream cheese.
Step 4
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, including their juices, and mix until fully incorporated.
Step 5
Add the shredded cheddar cheese gradually, stirring until melted and smooth.
Step 6
Stir in the sour cream, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Step 7
Continue to cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the dip is hot and bubbling, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 8
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl or keep it warm in a slow cooker. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1352.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3232.3 |
| Total Fat 281.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 142.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 782.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6052.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.5g | |
| Protein 123.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1509.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1826.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories