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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

A comforting one-pan dish featuring creamy cheese, savory ranch seasoning, and hearty smoked sausage, perfect for families or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (halal-certified, no pork)
  • 4 cups baby potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (halal-certified)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or a mix of your favorite cheeses
  • 1/2 cup sour cream optional, for serving
  • Fresh parsley, chopped optional, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and cut the baby potatoes in half or quarters.
  3. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  4. In a small bowl, mix ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle half of the ranch seasoning mix. Toss to coat.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it.
Cooking
  1. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet and scatter the sliced sausage over them.
  2. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the potatoes are golden and tender, stirring halfway through.
  3. Add the shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
Serving
  1. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with optional sour cream.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave or bake in the oven until warmed through. Make sure to cut the potatoes into even sizes for uniform cooking. You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or green beans for extra flavor and nutrition. For spice, consider adding red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.