16 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
16 ounces sour cream
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. While the oven is warming up, lightly grease a 9×9 inch baking dish or a 2-quart casserole dish with butter or a light coating of oil to ensure the cheese doesn’t stick to the sides during the baking process.
Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey sausage and cook it until it is thoroughly browned and crumbled. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat into small pieces as it cooks. Once finished, drain any excess liquid or fat from the skillet to keep the dip from becoming oily.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula to blend them together until the mixture is smooth and free of large lumps. Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce until the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Add the cooked turkey sausage, the shredded sharp cheddar, and the Monterey Jack cheese to the cream cheese mixture. Fold everything together gently until the meat and cheese are well incorporated into the creamy base. Taste the mixture and add a pinch of salt or black pepper if desired.
Spread the mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish. Place it in the center rack of the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. You will know it is ready when the edges are bubbling and the cheese on top has melted into a beautiful, golden layer.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for about five minutes. This allows the dip to set slightly so it stays on your crackers better. Sprinkle the fresh chopped green onions over the top for a pop of Christmas color and a fresh bite of flavor before serving warm.
