Description
This easy 30-minute dinner features crispy roasted potatoes, juicy smoked sausage, and gooey cheese, all tossed in zesty ranch seasoning. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes, quartered (Yukon Gold or red potatoes, skin on)
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for serving)
- Sour cream or ranch dressing (optional, for serving)
- Green onions, sliced (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a large bowl, toss quartered baby potatoes with olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 18-20 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and fork-tender.
- Scatter sliced smoked sausage over the potatoes. Toss gently to mix. Roast for another 7-8 minutes, until the sausage is browned and heated through.
- Remove the pan from the oven. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over everything. Return to the oven for 2-4 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the pan rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, green onions, or a drizzle of ranch. Serve hot, with sour cream or extra ranch on the side if desired.
Notes
For best results, avoid overcrowding the pan so the potatoes crisp up. Add the sausage after the potatoes have roasted to prevent it from drying out. Shred your own cheese for better melting. Try adding extra veggies like bell peppers or broccoli for variety. Leftovers reheat best in the oven to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 1100
- Fat: 29
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 19
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