Can I use a different type of meat?

Absolutely! Diced, cooked chicken breast or even ground beef browned with taco seasoning are fantastic substitutes for the smoked sausage.

Do I have to use condensed soup?

For the classic creamy texture, it is recommended. However, you can make a substitute by creating a roux with 3 tablespoons of butter, 3 tablespoons of flour, and 1 ¼ cups of milk, then adding the ranch seasoning.

What can I use instead of sour cream?

Plain, full-fat Greek yogurt is the best direct substitute and will work perfectly in this recipe.

The Best 5 Easy Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage Recipes

Description

A hearty, family-friendly casserole of tender potatoes, smoky sausage, melted cheese, and creamy ranch seasoning is the ultimate comfort food side or main dish.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks
12 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp olive oil
2 green onions, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional garnish: extra cheese, parsley, or crispy bacon bits

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, ranch seasoning mix, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3. Spread potatoes onto the baking dish and roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
4. While the potatoes bake, slice the smoked sausage into rounds.
5. After 25 minutes, remove the potatoes from the oven and add the sausage slices. Stir to combine.
6. Return to oven and bake for another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and sausage is lightly browned.
7. In a small bowl, mix sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth.
8. Remove baking dish from oven and toss everything with the sour cream mixture.
9. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and return to oven for 5 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Garnish with green onions, parsley, or crispy bacon bits before serving.

Notes

You can substitute russet or Yukon gold potatoes if preferred.
For extra heat, use spicy smoked sausage or add a sprinkle of cayenne.
Leftovers reheat well in a skillet or microwave, perfect for meal prep or next-day breakfast with eggs.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: cheesy potatoes, smoked sausage, ranch, casserole, comfort food