Ingredients and Weight:
- Sausage (any type, such as spicy, sweet, or pork sausage) - 500g
- Black Beans (canned or dried, cooked) - 200g
- Cream Cheese - 150g
- Sour Cream - 1 cup
- Diced Onion - 1/2 cup
- Minced Garlic - 2 cloves
- Salt and Pepper - to taste
- Freshly chopped herbs (optional) - 2 tbsp (such as oregano, basil, or rosemary)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix well.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Stir until well integrated.
- Open and drain the black beans, then add them to the bowl along with the sausage. Mix thoroughly.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs (if using).
- Serve warm with crackers or chips as a dip.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on average values; varies depending on specific ingredients used)
- Calories: Approx. 500-600 per serving (serving size: ½ cup)
- Fat: 35-45g
- Carbohydrates: 25-35g
- Protein: 15-20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy texture from the combination of cream cheese and sour cream.
- Savory flavor from the sausage and black beans.
- Great as a party dip or appetizer.
User Comments:
- "This dip was amazing! The combination of sausage and black beans was unique and delicious."
- "I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the rich flavor and the creamy texture."
- "I used spicy sausage and it gave the dip a kick! Will definitely make again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to drain the black beans well to avoid a runny dip.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preference.
- If using fresh herbs, make sure to chop them very fine to enhance flavor without changing the texture of the dip too much.
