Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage is a hearty, flavorful dish featuring tender roasted baby potatoes and savory halal-certified smoked sausage, all coated in a tangy ranch seasoning blend and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound halal-certified smoked sausage (no pork), sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 4 cups baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (halal-certified)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of your favorite cheeses)
Optional for Serving
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even roasting and crisp edges on the potatoes.
- Prep the Potatoes: Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and cut them in half or quarters based on their size for even cooking.
- Slice the Sausage: Cut the halal-certified smoked sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds to allow thorough cooking and distribute smoky flavor.
- Mix the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Coat the Potatoes: Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle half of the seasoning mix. Toss until potatoes are evenly coated.
- Assemble on Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer, then evenly scatter the sliced sausage over them.
- Roast the Potatoes and Sausage: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking. Potatoes should become golden and tender.
- Add the Cheese: Remove the baking sheet and sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the potatoes and sausage. Return to oven and bake an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot with optional sour cream dolloped on top if desired.
Notes
- Use halal-certified smoked sausage to keep the dish pork-free and suitable for halal diets.
- Baby potatoes work best for quicker cooking and tender texture, but russet potatoes can be substituted.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for varied flavor.
- The sour cream topping is optional but adds a creamy contrast to the savory potatoes and sausage.
- Ensure potatoes are spread in a single layer on the baking sheet to avoid steaming instead of roasting.
