Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is a hearty and flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes, savory smoked sausage, and a creamy blend of ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Perfect for a comforting family meal, this recipe combines simple ingredients with easy preparation for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Potatoes and Sausage
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Seasoning and Toppings
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the potatoes and sausage.
- Toss Potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the diced Yukon Gold potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated with oil and seasoning.
- Combine Ingredients: On a large baking sheet, spread out the seasoned potatoes and sliced smoked sausage evenly to allow for uniform cooking.
- Add Ranch Seasoning: Sprinkle the entire packet of ranch seasoning over the potatoes and sausage. Toss well so that the seasoning is distributed throughout the mixture for great flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add Cheese and Sour Cream: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Stir in the sour cream and shredded sharp cheddar cheese thoroughly, mixing gently to combine the creamy textures.
- Melt Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, just until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped green onions for freshness, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the dish for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Feel free to substitute smoked sausage with kielbasa or chorizo for different flavor profiles.
- If you prefer spicier potatoes, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika with the ranch seasoning.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or skillet to retain their texture.
