Jimmy Dean Mexican Layer Dip

Ingredients:

1. 2 pkgs. Sage Flavor Jimmy Dean Pork Sausage
2. 2 cans (10 oz. each) diced tomatoes & green chiles, drained
3. 2 lbs. (32 oz.) process cheese spread, cut up
4. 1/4 cup salsa
5. crackers or pita crisps
6. 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions (optional)
7. 1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped (optional)

Directions:

In a large saucepan or stockpot, cook sausage over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until thoroughly cooked and no longer pink. Stir in tomatoes & green chiles; cover and cook 2 minutes. Stir in cheese and salsa; add green onions if desired. Reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered until melted, stirring frequently. Stir in chopped tomato if desired. Serve hot with crackers or pita crisps.

Serving size:

about 8 cups