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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes with Sausage

Cheesy Ranch Potatoes with Sausage
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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes with Sausage is a hearty, comforting one-pan dish combining tender Yukon Gold or red potatoes, savory pre-cooked sausage, and a rich ranch-spiced cheese sauce made with a blend of cheddar and mozzarella. Ready in under 30 minutes, this creamy, flavorful recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or casual gatherings. It offers customizable options for varying tastes and dietary preferences and delivers indulgent layers of taste and texture that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and diced into bite-sized chunks

Sausage

  • 12 ounces pre-cooked sausage (spicy Italian, smoked, or your favorite variety), sliced into thin rounds

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Ranch Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Aromatics

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Wash and dice the potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Slice the sausage into thin rounds. Shred your cheddar and mozzarella cheeses if not pre-shredded. Chop any fresh herbs you plan to use for garnish.
  2. Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage slices until browned and heated through. Remove the sausage and set aside, leaving the flavorful drippings in the pan.
  3. Sauté Potatoes and Aromatics: Add butter to the same skillet, then sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant. Add the potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and turn golden, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Add Ranch and Cream: Sprinkle ranch seasoning evenly over the potatoes. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to coat everything. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Combine with Sausage and Cheese: Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and mix thoroughly with the potatoes and sauce. Evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for 5 minutes until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
  6. Final Touch and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or chives. Serve hot, directly from the skillet for a cozy presentation.

Notes

  • Use Yukon Gold potatoes for best creamy texture and melt-in-your-mouth experience.
  • Don’t skip browning the sausage to add rich, deep flavor throughout the dish.
  • Add cream gradually to achieve the perfect sauce consistency—smooth but not runny.
  • Cover while melting cheese to trap steam and ensure even melting and moist potatoes.
  • Add fresh herbs at the end to brighten and balance the richness.
  • Vegetarian option: substitute sausage with mushrooms or plant-based sausage.
  • Spice it up with diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper if desired.
  • Cheese alternatives like pepper jack or gouda can provide different flavor profiles.
  • Make sure your seasoning and sausage are gluten-free if needed.
  • For crispier potatoes, cook longer before adding cream or finish under a broiler briefly.

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