Spicy Sausage Queso
Spicy Sausage Queso
Tired of your typical chips and dip? Try this hearty dip chock full of Johnsonville Italian Sausage and cheese. Plain old chip dip won't stand a chance against this MVP of the snack table!
Ingredients
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1
package
(16 ounces JOHNSONVILLE All Natural Fresh Italian MIld Ground Sausage
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2
pounds
processed American cheese, cubed
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1
jar
(16 ounces) chunky salsa
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1
tablespoon
fennel seed, crushed
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2
teaspoons
garlic powder
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1
teaspoon
anise seed, crushed
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1/4
teaspoon
dried basil
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Garlic toast
REVIEWS
Directions
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In a skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until sausage is browned and the internal temperature is 160°F; about 10 minutes. Drain if desired.
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Place cheese in a large microwave-safe bowl; cook in microwave on high for 6 minutes or until melted, stirring every 2 minutes.
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Stir in the salsa, seasonings and sausage.
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Microwave 2 minutes longer or until heated through.
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Serve with garlic toast.
Preparation Tips:
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Add 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for a spicier dish.
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Add diced tomatoes and chopped black olives to garnish queso.
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To serve in a bread bowl, cut off round loaf top; carefully hollow out bottom, leaving a 1-inch shell. Cube removed bread. Spoon queso into bread shell. Serve with bread cubes.
