Giddy-Up Dip

Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2 -Place the sausages in a dry pan over medium heat until they start to sizzle, using a spoon or flat wooden spatula to break them up.

Step 3 -Cook the sausages until they are browned and crumbly, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 4 -Transfer the sausage from the heat and drain the excess fat.

Step 5 -Combine the cream cheese, the sour cream, 4 ounces of the cheddar, the corn, the cooked sausage, the fire-roasted tomatoes with green chilies, the green chiles, the jalapeño peppers, 1/2 cup of the green onions, the salt, the pepper, and the cayenne in a large bowl, mixing until thoroughly combined.

Step 6 -Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, smoothing out the top.

Step 7 -Top the dip with the remaining cheddar and the remaining cayenne.

Step 8 -Place the baking dish on a sheet pan to catch any drippings.

Step 9 -Bake in the center of the oven until the cheese is melted and the dip is bubbling on the outside, about 30 minutes.

Step 10 -Sprinkle the remaining green onions over the top and serve.