Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage delivers pure comfort straight from your kitchen, bringing together crispy potatoes, smoky sausage, and creamy ranch in one delightful casserole that your family will devour in minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Protein and Vegetables:
- 1 pound smoked sausage
- 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ¼ cup cooked bacon
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
Dairy and Garnish:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Warm your oven to a toasty 400F (200C) and grab a large skillet for this delicious adventure.
- Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into the skillet over medium heat and spread it evenly.
- Drop in 1 pound sliced smoked sausage rounds and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a gorgeous golden-brown color.
- Transfer the seared sausage to a plate and keep it nearby.
- Mix 1½ pounds quartered potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, and half the ranch seasoning packet.
- Slide the seasoned potatoes into the same skillet and cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until they turn light golden and become fork-tender.
- Lower the heat and pour in ½ cup heavy cream, creating a silky sauce base.
- Sprinkle the remaining ranch seasoning over the potatoes and stir gently to coat every piece.
- Nestle the cooked sausage back into the skillet, mixing everything together for maximum flavor.
- Scatter 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese across the top of the dish.
- Slide the skillet into the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes until the cheese melts into a tempting blanket.
- Alternatively, cover the skillet and cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes if you prefer the stovetop method.
- Shower the finished dish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for a bright, fresh touch.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is hot and stretchy.
Notes
- Swap out the smoked sausage for chicken or turkey sausage to lower the fat content and create a lighter version of the dish.
- Make this recipe gluten-free by using a ranch seasoning mix that’s certified gluten-free and checking your cheese and sausage labels.
- Cut your potatoes into uniform chunks to ensure even cooking and prevent some pieces from being undercooked or overcooked.
- For extra flavor, toast the ranch seasoning mix in the skillet for 30 seconds before adding other ingredients to intensify its taste profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 26-31 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg