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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage
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A comforting, easy-to-make, hearty, and satisfying one-pan meal featuring ranch-seasoned potatoes, smoked sausage, and melted cheese, perfect for busy families.

Ingredients

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2 lbs Russet Potatoes
15 oz Smoked Sausage (Kielbasa or similar)
3 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large baking sheet or a 9×13 inch baking dish
  2. Peel the russet potatoes and dice them into uniform 1-inch cubes. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch, then pat them very dry with paper towels
  3. In a large bowl, combine the dried potato cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together well, ensuring every potato cube is coated
  4. Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet or dish. Bake for 20 minutes
  5. While the potatoes are baking, slice your smoked sausage into ½-inch thick rounds
  6. After 20 minutes, remove the potatoes from the oven. Add the sliced smoked sausage to the baking sheet and drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the sausage. Gently toss the potatoes and sausage together, then spread them back into an even layer
  7. Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue baking for another 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown, and the sausage is lightly browned and heated through
  8. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the potatoes and sausage
  9. Return the sheet to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For extra browning, you can switch to the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning
  10. Carefully remove from the oven. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately

Notes

Cut potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking.

Pat diced potatoes very dry after rinsing to ensure crispiness.

Do not overcrowd the pan; use two baking sheets if necessary to prevent steaming and ensure roasting.

Ensure potatoes are well-coated with olive oil and ranch seasoning for maximum flavor.

Consider preheating your baking sheet in the oven for crispier potatoes.

Add cheese towards the end of baking to prevent burning and ensure perfect melting.

Freezing is not recommended as potatoes can become mealy and watery upon thawing.

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