PrintCheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage Bake
A simple and delicious one-pan dinner featuring tender potatoes, smoky sausage, and a creamy ranch cheddar sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a family gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Total Time: 55 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced smoked sausage and prepared potatoes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning mix, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
- Pour the ranch mixture over the sausage and potatoes. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish or a large oven-safe skillet.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the sausage is heated through.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Notes
- For a sheet pan option, spread the sausage and potato mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until potatoes are tender. Top with cheese and bake for a few more minutes until melted.
- You can add your favorite vegetables like broccoli florets or bell pepper strips along with the potatoes.
- This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and baked when ready.
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg