Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This hearty dish combines tender potatoes with rich smoked sausage, all enveloped in a creamy ranch dressing. The result is a mouthwatering casserole that’s not only flavorful but also incredibly easy to prepare. With minimal cleanup required, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or potluck events. Everyone at the table will delight in the cheesy goodness and savory aroma, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the smoked sausage slices until fully cooked; set aside.
- Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in the same skillet until translucent.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced potatoes, cooked sausage, sautéed onion and garlic, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg