Jimmy Dean Zesty Fiesta Sausage Dip

Ingredients:

1. 1 pkg. Regular Flavor Jimmy Dean Pork Sausage
2. 1 cup chopped onion
3. 1 jar (16 oz.) yellow banana peppers, drained, seeded and finely chopped
4. 3 pickled jalapeno peppers, seeded, finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
5. 16 oz. cream cheese, softened
6. 1-1/2 cups seeded chopped tomato
7. 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
8. 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
9. 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion tops (optional)
10. chips or crackers

Directions:

In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until meat is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink. Stir in banana peppers and jalapeno peppers; cover and cook 1-1/2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, stir in cream cheese and chopped tomato; cook uncovered until heated through (about 5 minutes). Fold in red pepper; add optional ingredients if desired. Serve warm in a chafing dish, with chips or crackers for dipping. Garnish with additional diced tomato and cilantro or green onion if desired.

Serving Size:

Makes about 5-1/2 cups

Suggested Meal Time:

Appetizer