Cheese and Rotel Dip
Cheese and Rotel Dip is easy to make and hard to stop eating. Three simple ingredients create a cheesy, meaty, zesty dip that has everyone returning for more.
If you love parties, then you probably love cheesy dips. One that almost all of you have probably had over and over again is Rotel cheese dip. We love to serve this recipe because it’s ridiculously easy to shop for and make, leaving us with more time to hang out with family and friends!
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It uses three simple ingredients.
- It’s an easy recipe that’s ready in minutes.
- It’s a classic dip full of cheese and zesty Rotel that’s not too spicy.
🛒Ingredients
You’ll only need three ingredients to make this dip, and you probably already have them in your kitchen right now! They’re all listed here, but you can find their exact amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- Velveeta
- Sausage
- Rotel – drained
🔪 How to Make Cheese and Rotel Dip
Making this dip is as easy as it gets. Just a few minutes of browning and some mixing is all it takes! The entire thing is done in just about 30 minutes.
Step 1: Cook the Sausage
Brown your sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any grease and return the sausage to the pan.
Step 2: Add the Rotel and Velveeta
Add the Rotel and Velveeta and stir to combine. Then, cook on low until the cheese is melted and everything is incorporated. Enjoy!
📝Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe and make it your own? Here are some ways that you can do that!
- You can use ground pork or turkey if you prefer.
- Add diced jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Use chorizo sausage for a burst of Tex-Mex flavor.
If you love all the flavors in this cheesy, meaty dip, then check out our slow cooker Rotel tacos.
🥄 Equipment
- Skillet
- Large spoon
🥫 Storage
Refrigerate this dip for up to 4 days in an air-tight container. For longer storage, freeze it for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
To reheat the dip, place it in a saucepan and cook over medium-low heat until heated through.
Serve With
Serve this dip with your favorite dippers like potato chips, tortilla chips, and pita chips. It also makes a great addition to any party or Taco Tuesday feast.
💭 Tips
- Cook your sausage until it’s browned and no further. Overcooking it will make it rubbery.
- Drain the sausage thoroughly to avoid a greasy dip.
- Keep the heat on low as you cook the dip to prevent sticking and scorching.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Rotel tomatoes are made with tomatoes, green chiles, and a proprietary blend of spices to give them their signature flavor.
You can use shredded mild cheddar chees if you’d rather not use Velveeta. It melts well and has a color similar to Velveeta.
Any kind of sausage will work. It all depends on the flavor you want your dip to have. You can even use ground beef.
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🧾Recipe Card
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Cheese and Rotel Dip
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Velveeta
- 1 pound sausage
- 10 ounces Rotel drained
Instructions
- To a large skillet, add your sausage.
- Cook and brown sausage completely, drain off any grease.
- Return the sausage to the pan.
- Add Rotel and Velveeta. Stir to combine.
- Cook on low, until cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
- Serve immediately.
