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Robert St. John

Restaurateur, author, enthusiastic traveler, & world-class eater.

Sausage Cheese Dip

Ingredients

1 lb Spicy breakfast sausage
2 Tbsp Garlic, minced
2 Tbsp Bell pepper, small dice
2 Tbsp Onion, small dice
2 tsp Hot sauce
1 tsp Salt
1 lb Cream cheese, softened

Instructions

In a large skillet brown the sausage. Drain the grease and add garlic, onion and bell pepper. Continue to cook three to four minutes. Place sausage into a mixing bowl and, while still hot, add remaining ingredients. Use an electric mixer and mix until everything is well incorporated. Serve warm with chips, French bread or your favorite cracker.

Yield: eight servings

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