Southern 3-Ingredient Sausage Cheese Dip
Cheese dip is the kind of church-basement classic that disappears before you can even set the spoon down. The church ladies at our spring potluck actually told me I wasn’t allowed to show up without it this year, and they scraped the cast iron skillet completely clean. It’s creamy, meaty, and just a little bit nostalgic—exactly the kind of no-fuss recipe you can throw together after work or right before a gathering.
With only three ingredients and one pan, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, game days, or anytime you need something warm and comforting that everyone will crowd around.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground pork breakfast sausage (mild or hot)
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
- 1 (16-ounce) block processed cheese (such as Velveeta), cubed
Instructions:
- Cook the sausage:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up as it browns, until fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed. - Add tomatoes:
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chiles (do not drain). Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes. - Add cheese:
Reduce heat to low. Add the cubed cheese and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth. - Serve hot:
Keep the dip warm so it stays creamy and easy to scoop.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this dip straight from a hot skillet with:
- Tortilla chips
- Corn chips
- Thick-cut crackers
You can also:
- Spoon it over baked potatoes
- Use it in soft flour tortillas for quick tacos
- Drizzle it over nachos
For a party spread, serve it alongside:
- A fresh green salad
- A veggie tray
- Iced tea or lemonade
Tips:
- Keep the skillet on a trivet or warming plate to maintain the melty texture
- Add jalapeños or use hot sausage for extra spice
- Stir in a splash of milk if the dip gets too thick
Result: Rich, creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor—this is the kind of dip that disappears fast at any gathering!