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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage: The Ultimate One-Pan Dinner

A one-pan wonder featuring tender potatoes and savory smoked sausage in a creamy ranch sauce, all smothered under a thick layer of melted cheese. This easy and flavorful dish is the perfect weeknight comfort food for the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 14 oz smoked sausage sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 cup milk whole milk is recommended
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 oz packet dry ranch seasoning mix about 2 tablespoons
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheese a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large oven-safe skillet (12-inch) A 9x13 inch casserole dish can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Cutting Board
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Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and cube potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Slice sausage into ½-inch rounds. Finely dice the onion.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove sausage and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and ranch seasoning. Add the cubed potatoes and browned sausage, tossing to coat everything evenly.
  5. Transfer the mixture back into the skillet with the onions. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until potatoes are becoming tender.
  6. Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let it rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalProtein: 28gFat: 35gFiber: 4g

Notes

Tip 1: Grate your own cheese for the best melting results. Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
Tip 2: For extra crispy potatoes, you can broil the dish for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking. Watch it carefully to prevent burning.
Tip 3: Ensure potatoes are cut into uniform, bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
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