Is it just me, or is a Rotel dip a staple for any good tailgate party? I love the salty, savory combo of the cheese and sausage, the tang of the tomatoes, and the crunch of a Frito! This isn't your typical college game day Rotel dip... I've elevated this savory dish with whole ingredients that you can feel good about serving to a crowd.
What sets this dish apart is the elevated ingredients. I've paired our Pimento Cheese with Porter Road's Chorizo Sausage. This sausage is a level up from what you'll find in the grocery store –it has a smokiness and kick of heat that is packed with flavor!
While I am a firm believer that this can be served any time of the year, I love to bring this for a Super Bowl party or college game day. Make it extra special by serving it (and baking it!) in a Smithey cast iron. Smithey's No. 6 Skillet is six inches in diameter and perfect for dips. I have their set of four in this size so I can pair the Elevated Southern Rotel Dip with an entire grazing board of my favorite dips and small dishes, like Charcuterie Dip & Chips, cocktail size pull-apart Black Pepper Bacon biscuits, and 3-ingredient Pimento Cheese Sausage balls.
Instructions
- Fully cook the Chorizo Sausage in your cast iron skillet.
- In the same cast iron skillet, add jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat), Pimento Cheese, green chilies, and fire roasted tomatoes. Stir.
- Place in a 375 degree oven until bubbly and golden, about 10 minutes.
- Top with fresh cilantro and tomatoes.
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