Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is a comforting and flavor-packed dish that’s sure to become a new family favorite. With its crispy potatoes, savory sausage, and melted cheddar cheese, this one-pan wonder is the perfect solution for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby red potatoes
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Toss the baby potatoes with olive oil and the ranch seasoning mix, ensuring they are evenly coated. Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, or until they’re tender and starting to crisp up.
3. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and add the sliced smoked sausage and shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle with black pepper.
4. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Before serving, sprinkle the freshly chopped green onions over the top of the cheesy potatoes and sausage. Enjoy!
Notes
To ensure your Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage turn out perfectly every time, keep these tips in mind:
– Cut the potatoes into uniform pieces for even cooking.
– Use a high-quality smoked sausage or kielbasa for maximum flavor.
– Experiment with different cheese varieties, such as pepper jack or a blend of mozzarella and cheddar.
– Adjust the baking time as needed, depending on the size of your potato pieces and the thickness of the sausage slices.
– Use a rimmed baking sheet or a large, oven-safe skillet to contain the melted cheese and prevent any spills.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg