Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is a hearty and flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes, smoky sausage, zesty ranch seasoning, rich sour cream, and melted sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for a comforting family meal, this baked recipe delivers a delicious blend of creamy and savory flavors with a golden, crispy finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the potatoes and sausage evenly.
- Prepare Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the diced Yukon Gold potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, coating them thoroughly for crispness and flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the seasoned potatoes and sliced smoked sausage on a baking sheet, spreading them out evenly for proper baking.
- Add Ranch Seasoning: Sprinkle the ranch seasoning packet over the potato and sausage mixture, then toss well to evenly distribute the seasoning throughout.
- Bake Potatoes and Sausage: Bake the mixture in the preheated oven 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, then stir in the sour cream and shredded sharp cheddar cheese, mixing well to combine.
- Melt Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped green onions over the top for freshness and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute smoked sausage with kielbasa or your favorite sausage variety for different flavors.
- For extra crispiness, spread the potatoes and sausage in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Adjust seasoning by adding garlic powder or paprika for a smoky, spicy kick.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
- Use low-fat sour cream if you prefer a lighter dish.
