Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is a hearty, flavorful one-pan meal perfect for a comforting dinner. This dish features tender roasted potatoes and savory smoked sausage, seasoned with ranch mix and topped with melted cheddar cheese for an irresistible combination. With simple preparation and quick cook time, it’s an easy recipe that delivers delicious results.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend of your choice)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
Produce
- 4 medium potatoes, diced (or baby potatoes, halved)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Pantry Items
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare cooking method. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if using a sheet pan. Alternatively, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat to begin the stovetop cooking method.
- Prepare the ingredients. Wash and dice the potatoes into small cubes or halve baby potatoes. Slice the smoked sausage into rounds to ensure even cooking and easy eating.
- Sauté smoked sausage and potatoes. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the sausage slices for 3-4 minutes until slightly browned. Add the diced potatoes and season with salt, pepper, and the packet of ranch seasoning mix. Cook on medium heat for 10-12 minutes until the potatoes are golden and crispy on the outside.
- Roast on sheet pan. Transfer the cooked potatoes and sausage slices evenly to a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle additional ranch seasoning if desired. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- Add cheese and sour cream. Once roasted and cooked through, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot mixture. Stir in sour cream if using to add creaminess. Return the pan to heat or place back into the oven for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your cheesy, savory one-pan meal.
Notes
- You can use baby potatoes for quicker roasting time and ease of preparation.
- Sour cream is optional but adds a nice creamy texture and tanginess.
- Use your favorite cheese blend if you prefer a different flavor profile.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or onions for more variety.
- Make sure to flip the potatoes halfway through roasting for even crispiness.
- This dish can be adapted for stovetop only if you prefer quicker cooking without the oven.
