1️⃣ Preheat Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).

2️⃣ Cook the Sausage:

• Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the Italian sausage until fully browned and crumbled.
• Drain excess grease and set aside.

3️⃣ Mix the Dip Base:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and black pepper until smooth.

4️⃣ Assemble the Dip:

• Add the cooked sausage, diced tomatoes, banana peppers, cherry peppers, Parmesan, and 1½ cups of mozzarella to the cream cheese mixture.
• Stir until well combined.

5️⃣ Bake:

• Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
• Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of mozzarella on top.
• Bake for 15 minutes.

6️⃣ Broil for a Golden Finish:

• Switch the oven to broil and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.

7️⃣ Serve:

• Enjoy warm with toasted baguette slices or tortilla chips!