Saturday, March 17, 2012

Hot Sausage Dip


1 package (16 oz.) Jimmy Dean Hot Sausage
1 large onion chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1-2 jalapeno peppers, seeded, chopped (can use canned)
2 pkgs. (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
1 large tomato, seeded, chopped
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips

Cook sausage, onion, red pepper and jalapeno peppers in large skillet over medium-high heat 8-10 minutes or until sausage is thoroughly cooked and vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring frequently.  Drain sausage mixture; return to skillet.
Reduce heat to medium; stir in cream cheese. Cook and stir 5-8 minutes or until cream cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Stir in tomato and cilantro; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
Serve with chips.
Garnish with additional chopped tomatoes and cilantro just before serving. Spoon hot dip into small slow cooker to keep warm.

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