Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage
There’s something magical about melted cheese, crispy potatoes, and smoky sausage all mingling together in one pan. This cheesy ranch potatoes and smoked sausage recipe is a total weeknight win — quick, comforting, and bursting with savory flavor in every bite.
Equipment
- baking sheet For roasting potatoes and sausage.
- Large bowl To mix ingredients evenly.
- Parchment paper or foil For easy cleanup and crisp edges.
- Spatula or tongs To flip ingredients halfway through baking.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Scrub and chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly. Slice the sausage into thick rounds.
- In a large bowl, toss the potatoes and sausage with olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the mixture on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Return to oven for 5–7 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Cut the potatoes evenly so they roast at the same pace. Don’t crowd the pan or things will steam instead of crisp. For extra kick, add cayenne pepper or drizzle barbecue sauce before baking.