Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage recipe. This delightful dish combines creamy cheddar cheese with savory smoked sausage, all seasoned with ranch flavoring for an explosion of taste that’s sure to please everyone at your table. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or as a satisfying weeknight meal, its straightforward preparation makes it accessible even for novice cooks. Plus, it’s a one-pan wonder, minimizing cleanup while maximizing flavor. Serve hot alongside your favorite dipping sauces or fresh salads for a complete meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound smoked sausage (halal-certified)
- 4 cups baby potatoes (halved or quartered)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (halal-certified)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: sour cream and fresh parsley for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and cut baby potatoes into halves or quarters.
- Slice smoked sausage into 1/4-inch rounds.
- Combine ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Toss potatoes with olive oil and half the seasoning mix in a large bowl.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the seasoned potatoes evenly.
- Add sliced sausage on top of the potatoes.
- Roast for 35–40 minutes until golden brown; stir halfway through.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the dish and return to oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg