Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is a comfort food favorite that combines crispy Yukon Gold potatoes with savory smoked sausage, all enveloped in a creamy ranch cheese sauce. This hearty dish is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, delivering a delightful flavor experience that warms the soul. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, it’s sure to become a family staple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 12 ounces smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss them in olive oil until well coated.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced smoked sausage until browned (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, cooked sausage, ranch dressing mix, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 30-35 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg