Follow these steps for perfect results
ground sausage
cooked and crumbled
cream cheese
room temperature
italian seasoning
shredded mozzarella cheese
shredded
shredded parmesan cheese
shredded
pizza sauce
green bell peppers
diced
green onions
diced
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, combine cream cheese and Italian seasoning until well blended.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly at the bottom of a 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
In a separate bowl, combine shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
Sprinkle half of the cheese mixture over the cream cheese layer.
Pour pizza sauce evenly over the cheese layer.
Top with cooked and crumbled ground sausage, diced green bell peppers, diced green onions, and the remaining cheese mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the dip is heated through.
Serve warm with corn chips.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a layer of pepperoni for extra flavor.
Use a blend of Italian cheeses for a more complex taste.
Adjust the amount of Italian seasoning to your preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve warm in the baking dish, garnished with fresh parsley.
With corn chips
With baguette slices
With vegetable sticks
Pairs well with Italian flavors.
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