Cheesy Ranch Potatoes with Smoked Sausage: A Comforting Delight
This comforting dish features cheesy ranch potatoes paired with smoked sausage, creating a delightful meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds potatoes, diced
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes, smoked sausage, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish and cover it with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños to the mixture.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg