Description
A simple and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender red potatoes tossed in ranch seasoning, roasted with smoky sausage, and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish offers maximum flavor with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound baby red potatoes, quartered
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ounce ranch dressing mix
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the quartered potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and ranch dressing mix. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes onto a greased baking sheet in an even layer. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Add the sliced sausage to the potatoes on the baking sheet. Stir to combine.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the sausage is heated through.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Place back in the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream if you like.
Notes
- For best results, cut potatoes into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust ranch seasoning to your preference.
- You can substitute different types of sausage or cheese for variety.
- Ensure your baking sheet or skillet is oven-safe.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1130mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg