Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage
Creamy, Smoky, and Absolutely Irresistible
Introduction
This Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage dish checks every box for an easy, hearty, family-style meal. Creamy cheddar soup, smoky sausage, ranch seasoning, and frozen hash browns come together in one cheesy, savory masterpiece that bakes up golden and bubbling. It’s the definition of comfort food, with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd, meal-prepping for the week, or just craving something cozy—this dish is here for it.
Why I Love This Recipe
✅ Made with frozen hash browns – shortcut to greatness
✅ Ranch + cheddar = flavor-packed creaminess
✅ Smoked sausage adds bold, savory notes
✅ Easy to throw together – no peeling or chopping potatoes
✅ Leftovers reheat like a dream
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into coins
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 regular bag frozen shredded hash browns (about 30 oz)
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 can cheddar cheese soup (10.5 oz)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning (or 3 tbsp homemade mix)
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prep Dish
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Sauté the Sausage & Veggies
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage slices over medium heat until browned.
- Add chopped onion and bell peppers and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3️⃣ Mix the Creamy Base
- In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Cheddar cheese soup
- Sour cream
- Heavy whipping cream
- Ranch seasoning packet
4️⃣ Combine & Assemble
- Add the frozen hash browns, sautéed sausage and veggies, and creamy mixture to the bowl.
- Mix until everything is evenly coated.
5️⃣ Bake
- Pour into prepared baking dish.
- Optional: sprinkle shredded cheddar on top for an extra cheesy crust.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
💡 Tips for Success
- Add spice: Toss in red pepper flakes or use spicy sausage.
- More cheese, please: Top with extra cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack.
- No cheddar soup? Use a combo of shredded cheese + a splash of milk and cornstarch.
- Make it a meal: Add chopped spinach or broccoli for extra veggies.
🍽️ What to Serve With
This hearty dish is a meal on its own, but you can round it out with a few crowd-pleasers:
- Beer Cheese Dip – perfect appetizer while the casserole bakes
- Easy Cheesy Chicken Sliders – serve alongside or save for lunch the next day
- Sheet Pan Quesadillas – another cheesy comfort food pairing
- Walking Taco Bar – makes a fun, customizable companion for a potluck
- Totchos – crispy, cheesy, loaded goodness pairs beautifully
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freezer: Freeze leftovers in portions for up to 2 months
- Reheat: Warm in the oven or microwave with a splash of cream or milk to maintain texture
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Final Thoughts
There’s something so satisfying about this Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage bake—it’s creamy, comforting, and always a hit at the table. Whether you’re cooking for family dinner or prepping an easy potluck dish, it’s one of those recipes you’ll return to again and again.
Let us know how it turned out! And if you topped it with even more cheese… we support that decision 100%.
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