Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage Recipe
	
	
		These Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage are a comforting and flavorful dish that combines savory smoked sausage with tender potatoes, gooey cheddar cheese, and the zesty kick of ranch seasoning. It’s a perfect one-dish meal for any occasion.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Rita
 
							- Prep Time: 20 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 75 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 95 minutes
 
							- Yield: 6 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Main Dish
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Gluten Free
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			For the Potatoes:
- 1 lb Monon Meats Smoked Sausage, thinly sliced
 
- 2 lbs potatoes, diced
 
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
 
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
 
- 1/2 cup milk
 
- 1/4 cup melted butter
 
- Salt and pepper to taste
 
For Garnish:
- 1 onion, finely diced
 
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
 
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
 
- Brown Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the smoked sausage slices until fully cooked. Set aside.
 
- Sauté Onion And Garlic: In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
 
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the potatoes, cooked sausage, sautéed onion and garlic, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, milk, and melted butter. Season with salt and pepper.
 
- Transfer To Baking Dish: Spread the mixture into a greased baking dish.
 
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is golden brown.
 
- Garnish And Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- You can customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli.
 
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavors.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 serving
 
							- Calories: 450 kcal
 
							- Sugar: 2g
 
							- Sodium: 800mg
 
							- Fat: 28g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 14g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 35g
 
							- Fiber: 3g
 
							- Protein: 15g
 
							- Cholesterol: 75mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: Cheesy Ranch Potatoes, Smoked Sausage, One-Pot Meal, Comfort Food