1. Cook the Sausage and Onion: Building the Flavor Base

1. Heat Skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add Sausage and Onion: Add the Italian sausage (removed from casings if using links) and diced onion to the skillet.
3. Brown Sausage: Cook, breaking up the sausage with a wooden spoon or spatula as it cooks, until it’s fully browned and no longer pink. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
4. Cook Onions: The onions should soften and become translucent as the sausage cooks.
5. Drain Grease: Once the sausage is cooked, carefully drain off any excess grease from the skillet.

2. Melt the Cheeses: Creating a Creamy, Cheesy Dip

1. Add Processed Cheese and Cream Cheese: Add the cubed processed cheese (like Velveeta) and the softened cream cheese to the skillet with the cooked sausage and onion.
2. Stir Continuously: Stir constantly over medium heat until both cheeses are completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take a few minutes.

3. Add Seasonings and Milk: Enhancing the Flavor and Consistency

1. Whisk in Seasonings: Whisk in the dry mustard powder and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
2. Add Milk: Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly, until the dip reaches your desired consistency.
   • Tip: If you prefer a thicker dip, use less milk. For a thinner dip, add more milk, a tablespoon at a time.

4. Incorporate Cheddar Cheese: The Final Touch of Cheesy Goodness

1. Stir in Cheddar: Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until it’s fully melted and incorporated into the dip.

5. Serve and Enjoy: Dipping into Deliciousness

1. Serve Immediately: Serve the Sausage Cheese Dip immediately while it’s still warm and the cheese is gooey.
2. Dipping Options: Offer a variety of dipping options, such as tortilla chips, crostini, baguette slices, pretzel bites, or vegetable sticks.