Description
Ranch-seasoned “smoky ranch potatoes and smoked sausage” deliver hearty comfort with bold southwestern flavors. Crispy potato wedges and savory sausage create a quick, satisfying meal that will energize your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds potatoes (diced)
- 1 pound smoked sausage (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Garnish:
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even cooking.
- Heat a large skillet over medium flame and sear smoked sausage slices until they develop a rich, caramelized exterior. Transfer browned sausage to a plate.
- In the same skillet with residual sausage drippings, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until they become soft and release their aromatic essence.
- Combine diced potatoes, browned sausage, sautéed aromatics, shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, milk, and melted butter in a spacious mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper, gently folding ingredients to distribute flavors evenly.
- Grease a baking dish thoroughly and transfer the potato mixture, spreading it uniformly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes. Uncover and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until potatoes reach desired tenderness and the surface turns golden and crispy.
- Finish the dish by sprinkling freshly chopped green onions across the top, adding a vibrant burst of color and flavor. Serve piping hot directly from the oven.
Notes
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast iron pan to prevent sticking and achieve better sausage browning.
- Cut potatoes into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- For a lighter version, substitute whole milk with low-fat milk and use reduced-fat cheese without compromising flavor.
- Experiment with different sausage varieties like spicy andouille or mild turkey sausage to customize the dish’s taste profile.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 357 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg