Cheesy Ranch Potato Casserole – Simple Family Favorite
This Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage bake is the ultimate one-dish comfort meal. Roasted potatoes, savory sausage, and gooey melted cheese all tossed in creamy ranch — perfect for cozy dinners or crowd-pleasing potlucks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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5 cups diced potatoes (Yukon or russet)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 oz ranch seasoning packet
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Salt & pepper to taste
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14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
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½ cup sour cream or ranch dressing
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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Optional toppings: green onions, bacon, parsley
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 9×13″ dish.
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Toss potatoes with oil, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Bake 25–30 min, stirring halfway.
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Add sausage, sour cream, and 1 cup cheese. Mix well.
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Top with remaining cheese and bake 15–20 more min.
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Broil 2–3 min if desired. Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
Add bell peppers or onions for extra flavor. Use cauliflower for low-carb version. Keeps 3–4 days in fridge.