Italian Sausage Pesto Party Dip with a Bruschetta Topping

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Polidori Sausage Pesto Dip served with fresh bruschetta! This savory appetizer is perfect for entertaining guests and is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Made with:
Mild Italian
10 minutes 10 minutes 20 minutes
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Ingredients:

Italian Sausage Pesto Dip

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 oz basil pesto
  • ½ tsp salt and pepper
  • 1 lb Polidori Mild Italian Sausage Links remove casings

Bruschetta Topping

  • ½ cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Toasted baguette slices for serving
Directions:
  • Start by removing the casing from the sausages and ground the sausage into tiny pieces on the stove.
    In a stand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, pesto, salt, and pepper until well mixed, about 2 minutes on medium speed. On the lowest speed, gently add the Italian sausage in.
  • In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the bruschetta topping. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the Italian Sausage Dip in an ovenproof serving container such as a cast-iron skillet or ceramic baking dish.
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes to allow everything to heat up, but do not overbake or the pesto will break.
  • To serve, sprinkle the bruschetta topping over the warm dip and serve with toasted baguette slices or crackers.

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Made with:
Hatch Chile Cheese Links
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  • 2 tbsp melted butter 
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Brats and Tots

The ultimate tailgating dish! Juicy Polidori bratwurst, grilled to perfection, is paired with golden, crispy tater tots, creating a delightful contrast in textures. To elevate this classic combination, we serve it with a rich and creamy beer cheese sauce from Ready Foods that adds a tangy, cheesy kick to every bite.

Made with: Item #119 – Bratwurst, Link, Raw, 4:1, 6”

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