Baked Spicy Italian Sausage and Spinach Dip

Step-by-Step Preparation

Prepping the Ingredients

Start by washing and chopping your spinach, dicing onions, and mincing garlic. Make sure your cream cheese is soft for easy mixing.

Cooking the Italian Sausage

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Sautéing the Spinach

In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, releasing all its moisture.

Combining Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, sautéed spinach mixture, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, and seasonings. Mix until creamy and evenly blended.


Baking Instructions

Choosing the Right Baking Dish

An 8×8-inch baking dish works perfectly. Lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.

Oven Temperature and Timing

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the dip mixture evenly in the dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.

How to Know When It’s Done

The edges should be lightly browned, and the center should be hot and bubbly. Give it a gentle stir and taste to make sure flavors are melded.


Serving Suggestions

Best Dippers for the Dip

  • Tortilla chips

  • Sliced baguette or crackers

  • Fresh veggie sticks (carrots, celery, bell peppers)

Presentation Tips

Sprinkle extra Parmesan or red pepper flakes on top before serving for that eye-catching finish.

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