Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender, fluffy potatoes with savory smoked sausage, all baked to perfection in a creamy ranch dressing sauce and topped with gooey cheddar cheese. This easy one-pan meal comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends with family. As the dish bakes, the delightful aroma fills your kitchen, while each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor that keeps everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- Yukon Gold or russet potatoes
- Smoked sausage (kielbasa or turkey)
- Dry ranch dressing mix
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Olive oil
- Green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Wash and dice potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss them in olive oil until coated.
- Sprinkle dry ranch dressing mix over the potatoes and mix thoroughly.
- Slice smoked sausage and combine with seasoned potatoes in the bowl.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle cheese on top, and return to bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg