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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

This Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage recipe is the ultimate comfort meal for busy nights! Tender roasted potatoes are tossed with smoky sausage, creamy ranch seasoning, and melted cheddar for a rich and flavorful dish. It’s one of those fast dinner recipes that’s cheap, filling, and incredibly delicious. Perfect for potlucks, meal prep, or weeknight dinners — everyone will be asking for seconds!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb smoked sausage sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 6 medium potatoes diced (Yukon gold or russet)
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: green onions or parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine diced potatoes with olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat.
  3. Spread potatoes evenly in the baking dish. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring once, until tender and golden.
  4. While the potatoes roast, brown the smoked sausage in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until lightly crisp.
  5. Remove potatoes from the oven and add the cooked sausage to the dish.
  6. Stir in sour cream and half of the shredded cheddar until coated and creamy.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake for another 10–12 minutes, until melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with green onions or parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Substitute frozen diced potatoes or hash browns for faster prep.
  • Add bell peppers, onions, or broccoli for extra flavor and color.
  • For a spicier twist, mix in a few slices of jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce.
  • To make it even creamier, add 4 oz cream cheese before baking.