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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

A simple and delicious dish that combines savory smoked sausage with tender baby potatoes, coated in flavorful ranch seasoning and topped with melting cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (halal-certified, no pork) Use turkey or beef sausage to meet dietary preferences.
  • 4 cups baby potatoes, halved or quartered You can also use russet potatoes.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (halal-certified) Secret ingredient for flavor.
  • 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.
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped Optional, for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the baby potatoes and cut them in half or quarters.
  3. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  5. Place the halved potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with half of the ranch seasoning mixture. Toss until evenly coated.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  7. Spread the seasoned potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer.
  8. Scatter the sliced smoked sausage pieces over the potatoes.
Cooking
  1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  2. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes and sausage.
  3. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Notes

Cut the potatoes into uniform sizes for even cooking. You can customize the recipe by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli.