Lasagna Dip

Lasagna Dip Recipe – all the flavors of your classic lasagna recipe in a dip! Italian sausage, garlic, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, and marinara sauce. Low-carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free. Makes a great appetizer for game day and holiday parties! Serve with some crispy and garlicky crostini or veggie sticks. I can make a meal out of just this delicious dip!

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Easy Lasagna Dip with Sausage

Stop what you are doing and add this Lasagna Dip to your party menu! This dip is like all the goodness of a classic lasagna but in a creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-dippable form. Layers of rich and meaty marinara sauce, mixed with creamy ricotta cheese, and oozing with melted mozzarella and parmesan – it’s like a party in your mouth! And let’s not forget about the savory Italian seasonings that infuse every bite with that authentic lasagna flavor we all crave. Whether you’re serving it up for game day, a party, or just a cozy night in, this dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that’ll have everyone coming back for more.

How to Make Lasagna Dip

This dip is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. In a large skillet, cook Italian sausage over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds. Drain excess grease. In a medium bowl, stir together cooked sausage, ricotta, marinara sauce, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and mozzarella cheese. Spoon the cheese mixture into a baking dish. Sprinkle the top of the dip with more shredded mozzarella cheese and grated parmesan cheese. Bake in a preheated oven until bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley or fresh basil.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• Can substitute ground beef or turkey sausage.
• Can substitute 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning for basil and oregano.
• Variations/Additions:
  • diced tomatoes
  • onions
  • green peppers
  • spinach
  • olives
  • pepperoni
• Can substitute cottage cheese.
• My favorite store-bought spaghetti sauces are Trader Joe’s Roasted Garlic Marinara (green label), Carbone, Rao’s, and La Famiglia DelGrosso.
• All of the ingredients are low-carb, keto-friendly and gluten-free.
  • I suggest Rao’s sauce for a keto dish.
• To make garlic toast, spread garlic butter on baguette slices and sprinkle with some grated parmesan cheese, and place under the broiler until golden brown. 
• Can I make Lasagna Dip in the crockpot? Yes! Cook the sausage and add all of the ingredients to a 2.5-qt slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for about 2 hours.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

What to Serve with Lasagna Dip

This has quickly become one of our favorite appetizers! It is We serve this dip with garlic bread slices. The warm and buttery slices are perfect for scooping up all that deliciousness and taking the dip to the next level of yum! It is equally delicious with some tortilla chips or pita chips. To keep the dip low-carb, serve with some veggies such as carrot sticks, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips. Add this to your next party menu. It is sure to be a hit!!

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