Description
Hearty Buffalo hot sausage beer cheese dip blends spicy sausage with creamy beer-infused cheese for an irresistible appetizer. Crowd-pleasing comfort flavors invite guests to savor each rich, bold bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) hot Italian sausage, casing removed
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup (250 ml) beer (lager or pale ale)
- 1 cup (250 ml) whole milk or heavy cream
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat, methodically crumbling until fully cooked and golden, then drain excess fat.
- Roux Development: Sprinkle flour into sausage drippings, whisking to create a smooth base. Gradually pour beer and dairy, stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a creamy, lump-free sauce.
- Flavor Infusion: Integrate Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne into the sauce, building a complex and vibrant flavor profile.
- Cheese Incorporation: Reduce heat to low, gradually fold cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into the mixture, stirring until achieving a luxurious, silky consistency.
- Final Assembly: Reintroduce cooked sausage into the cheese sauce, ensuring even distribution. Season with salt and pepper to enhance overall taste.
- Serving Presentation: Transfer dip to a serving dish or slow cooker, garnishing with freshly chopped green onions or chives for added visual and aromatic dimension.
- Accompaniment Suggestions: Serve hot alongside pretzels, tortilla chips, baguette slices, or vegetable crudités for a delectable dipping experience.
Notes
- Manage Meat Moisture: Drain excess grease thoroughly after cooking sausage to prevent a greasy, heavy dip texture and maintain a clean, robust flavor profile.
- Perfect Cheese Melting: Reduce heat to low when adding cheese and stir gently to prevent separation or grainy consistency, ensuring a smooth, creamy blend.
- Spice Customization: Adjust cayenne and seasonings gradually to control heat level, allowing guests with different spice tolerances to enjoy the dip comfortably.
- Temperature Control: Keep dip warm but not boiling to maintain ideal serving consistency and prevent cheese from becoming stringy or breaking down.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg