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Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage

A comfort food classic combining hearty smoked sausage, seasoned baby potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound smoked sausage (halal-certified, no pork)
  • 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
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the baby potatoes and cut them in half or quarters.
  3. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  4. In a small bowl, mix ranch seasoning with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil and half of the ranch seasoning mix.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it.
  7. Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly on the baking sheet.
  8. Scatter the sliced smoked sausage over the potatoes.
  9. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown, stirring halfway through.
  10. Remove from oven and sprinkle cheese over the mixture; bake for another 5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with sour cream if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add jalapeños or experiment with different cheese blends.

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Keywords: cheesy potatoes, smoked sausage, comfort food