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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

A cozy, one-pan dish featuring creamy cheese, herby ranch seasoning, and flavorful smoked sausage, perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekend dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (halal-certified, no pork) Can swap with chicken or veggie alternatives.
  • 4 cups baby potatoes, halved or quartered Ensure they are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Used for coating the potatoes.
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (halal-certified) Can substitute with homemade ranch seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can use a mix of favorite cheeses.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
  • fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and cut the baby potatoes in half or quarters.
  3. Cut the sausage into 1/4-inch rounds for even cooking.
  4. Mix ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  5. In a large bowl, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil and half of the seasoning mixture.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
  7. Lay the potatoes out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  8. Scatter the sliced smoked sausage over the potatoes.
Cooking
  1. Roast for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through until potatoes are golden brown and tender.
  2. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese all over, then bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Finish with freshly chopped parsley and a dollop of sour cream, if you wish!

Notes

This dish keeps well in the fridge for about 3-4 days in an airtight container. Can freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.