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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

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A comforting one-pan dish featuring tender potatoes, smoky sausage, and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for weeknight dinners or family 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: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes Use red or Yukon gold for variation.
  • 1 pound smoked sausage Opt for kielbasa, andouille, or your favorite sausage.
  • 1 cup ranch dressing Provides a tangy contrast to the savory sausage.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Use sharp cheddar for richness.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps achieve a crispy exterior.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Generously season to enhance flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and quarter the baby potatoes.
  3. Slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the potatoes, smoked sausage, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well until evenly coated.
  5. Pour ranch dressing over the mixture and toss again to coat.
  6. Spread mixture evenly in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, until potatoes are golden brown and tender.
  2. In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and return to the oven to melt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For a lighter version, substitute the smoked sausage with turkey sausage or chickpeas.

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