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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

A delicious and comforting dish featuring crispy potatoes, smoky sausage, and gooey cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5-6 medium medium potatoes (russet or Yukon gold)
  • 1 pack smoked sausage (about 14 ounces) Polish or kielbasa sausage recommended
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use more if preferred
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Any oil can be used
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season according to preference
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions Optional but recommended
Equipment
  • 1 Foil or a big casserole dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Chop potatoes into bite-sized chunks.
  2. Slice the smoked sausage into rounds or half-moons.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes and sausage with ranch seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Spread the mixture on a foil-lined baking sheet or casserole dish. Bake for approximately 40 minutes, stirring halfway.
  2. For extra crispiness, broil for 1 minute at the end.
  3. Sprinkle cheese on top and bake until melted, about 5 more minutes.
Serving
  1. Top with green onions, if using, and serve hot.

Notes

Feel free to customize the ingredients; you can use different types of sausage or seasonings based on your preference. Cheese choice is flexible; mix in pepper jack for a spicy kick.