Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage is the ultimate comfort dish, merging crispy potatoes with savory sausage and gooey cheddar cheese. This hearty meal is ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, offering a delightful combination of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a crowd-pleaser that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 lb spicy Italian sausage, crumbled
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the crumbled sausage until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine diced potatoes, cooked sausage, olive oil, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender and golden brown. Remove from the oven and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top; return to bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg