Ingredients:
1 lb (450 g) Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup (240 ml) beer (lager or ale works best)
2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup (225 g) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Tortilla chips or pretzels, for serving
Instructions:
1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the beer over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the cream cheese until smooth and melted.
3. Add the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, stirring constantly until fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
4. Stir in the milk, flour, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and is heated through.
5. Add the cooked sausage to the cheese mixture, stirring until well combined.
6. Transfer the dip to a serving dish and serve warm with tortilla chips or pretzels.
Notes:
For a milder version, use mild sausage instead of hot sausage.
You can substitute the beer with chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This recipe is adapted from Creative Cookery.
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Enjoy your dip!
