Description
This Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage recipe is a deliciously hearty and flavorful dish perfect for a comforting meal. Tender roasted potatoes are seasoned with ranch dressing mix and spices, baked to golden perfection alongside smoky sausage slices, and finished with melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley for a savory delight.
Ingredients
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Potatoes and Seasoning
- 4 large russet potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing and seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sausage and Cheese
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for roasting the potatoes and sausage evenly.
- Season Potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes with olive oil, ranch dressing seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly until the potatoes are evenly coated to infuse flavor throughout.
- Arrange Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet to allow even roasting and crispiness.
- Bake Potatoes: Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote uniform cooking, until they become tender.
- Add Sausage: After 25 minutes, add the sliced smoked sausage to the baking sheet. Toss together gently and bake for an additional 20 minutes, allowing the potatoes to crisp up and the sausage to heat fully.
- Add Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the potatoes and sausage. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes or until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.
- Cool Slightly: Take the baking sheet out of the oven and allow the dish to cool for a couple of minutes before serving to let the cheese set slightly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top as a fresh garnish and serve warm for a deliciously cheesy and savory meal.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the dish for 1-2 minutes after adding cheese but watch closely to avoid burning.
- You can substitute smoked sausage with your favorite type of sausage or kielbasa for different flavor profiles.
- Use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary in place of parsley for a different aromatic touch.
- Make sure to cut potatoes into uniform cubes to ensure even cooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave but may lose some crispiness.
