Cheesy Meat Lovers Party Dip (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheese Layer
01 -
225 g cream cheese, softened
02 -
240 g shredded mozzarella, divided
03 -
250 g ricotta cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
→ Meat Toppings
07 -
340 g bacon, cut into 2.5 cm pieces
08 -
450 g Italian sausage, casings removed
09 -
60 g sliced pepperoni
→ Sauce & Garnish
10 -
360 ml pizza sauce
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25 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ To Serve
12 -
Sliced baguette
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C. In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
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In the same skillet, add Italian sausage and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6 minutes. Drain excess fat.
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In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the softened cream cheese, 120 g mozzarella, ricotta, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes.
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Add the cooked bacon, sausage, and cheese mixture to the skillet. Stir to combine, then spread evenly in the pan.
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Evenly spread pizza sauce over the cheese-meat mixture. Top with remaining 120 g mozzarella, arrange pepperoni slices over the surface, and sprinkle with Parmesan.
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Bake in preheated oven until bubbly and cheese is melted, 20–25 minutes.
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Let cool slightly, then serve warm with sliced baguette.
# Helpful Notes:
01 -
If pizza sauce is unavailable, substitute with bottled or homemade marinara.
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Italian seasoning can be replaced with a blend of dried oregano, thyme, and basil.
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For variety, cook and add diced onions, green peppers, or black olives.
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For additional texture, broil dip after baking until cheese is golden and pepperoni is crisp.