Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is the ultimate comfort food, featuring golden, crispy baby potatoes paired with smoky sausage, creamy sharp cheddar cheese, and zesty ranch seasoning. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, guaranteed to satisfy and impress your family and friends. With every bite, you’ll experience a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp ranch dressing mix
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine halved baby potatoes, sliced smoked sausage, olive oil, and ranch dressing mix; toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread out evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until potatoes are golden brown.
- During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top; return to the oven until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, brown the smoked sausage in a skillet before combining with the potatoes. - Swap the smoked sausage for chicken or turkey sausage if desired. - Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.