Ranch Potatoes and Sausage

Ranch Potatoes and Sausage (Cheesy One-Pan Dinner)

A hearty, no-fuss meal with crispy potatoes, smoky sausage, ranch flavor, and melted cheddar — all baked on one pan.

Ingredients

• 800 g baby potatoes, washed and cut into bite-size pieces
• 350–400 g smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
• 1½ cups (150 g) shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
• ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
• Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Season the potatoes: In a big bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, ranch seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well coated.
3. First roast: Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes.
4. Add sausage: Remove the pan, add the sliced smoked sausage, and gently mix with the potatoes.
5. Second roast: Return to the oven for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are golden and tender and the sausage edges are slightly crisp.
6. Add cheese: Sprinkle cheddar evenly on top. Put back in the oven for 3–5 minutes until melted.
7. Garnish & serve: Add chopped parsley if you like. Serve hot.

Tips

• Don’t overcrowd the pan so the potatoes crisp well.
• You can swap cheddar for mozzarella or a cheese blend.
• Serve with a simple green salad or steamed veggies.