Description
Indulge in the delicious combination of tender baby potatoes, savory smoked sausage, and gooey melted cheddar cheese in this easy one-pan Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage recipe. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual gathering, this dish is sure to become a new favorite comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
Baby Potatoes:
- 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes (halved or quartered)
Smoked Sausage:
- 14 oz smoked sausage (sliced into rounds)
Seasoning and Dairy:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
Additional:
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Prepare Potatoes and Sausage: Toss the halved potatoes and sausage slices with olive oil and ranch seasoning mix. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast: Roast for 30–35 minutes until golden and tender, stirring halfway through.
- Make Cheese Mixture: Combine sour cream, milk, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Finish Dish: Pour cheese mixture over cooked potatoes and sausage, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 5–7 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Substitute cheddar with Monterey Jack or pepper jack.
- Try turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter option.
- Add steamed broccoli or bell peppers for a well-rounded meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
