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Homemade cheesy ranch potatoes with browned sausage slices, melted cheddar, and parsley garnish in a white baking dish.

Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage

This one-pan Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. Crispy potatoes, juicy sausage, and melted cheddar come together in a comforting, flavor-packed dish that’s always a hit with the whole family.
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Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Best cheesy ranch potatoes and sausage recipe, Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage, Cheesy ranch potatoes and sausage slow cooker, Easy cheesy ranch potatoes and sausage, Old fashioned cheesy ranch potatoes and sausage
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Make-Ahead Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $11

Equipment

  • 1 Big baking dish or cast iron skillet (9x13 dish or oven-safe skillet)
  • 1 Sharp knife (For cutting potatoes and sausage)
  • 1 Cutting board (For safe slicing)
  • 1 Mixing bowl (For seasoning potatoes)
  • 1 set Measuring spoons (For seasonings)

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Red or russet potatoes - Cut into 1-inch chunks, unpeeled
  • 1 lb Smoked sausage or kielbasa - Sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 1½ cups Shredded cheddar cheese - More if you like it extra cheesy
  • 1 packet Ranch dressing mix - Hidden Valley or store-brand
  • 2 tablespoon Butter - Melted
  • Salt and pepper - To taste
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder (optional) - For extra flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Onion powder (optional) - Optional boost
  • Green onions (optional) - Sliced, for garnish
  • Sour cream (optional) - For serving

Instructions

  • Wash and chop potatoes into chunks. Pat dry. Slice sausage into rounds and set aside.
  • Toss potatoes with melted butter, ranch seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional garlic/onion powder.
  • Layer potatoes in the baking dish, sausage on top. Do not mix.
  • Bake at 400°F for 30 minutes. Add shredded cheese and bake 10–15 more minutes until bubbly.
  • Garnish with green onions and serve with sour cream if desired.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes

Nutrition

Serving: 350g | Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 950mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 2.1mg