Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage (choose turkey or beef if you avoid pork)
- 4 cups small baby potatoes, halved or cut into quarters depending on size
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (check label for your preferred dietary needs)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar (or a cheese blend you like)
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.
- Rinse the baby potatoes and pat them dry. Halve or quarter them so the pieces are roughly the same size for even roasting.
- Cut the sausage into about ¼-inch slices. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl combine the olive oil with half of the ranch seasoning packet, the garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Add the potatoes and toss until every piece is lightly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared sheet. Scatter the sausage slices among the potatoes, keeping everything in one layer so it can roast rather than steam.
- Roast for about 35–40 minutes, flipping once about halfway through, until the potatoes are golden and tender and the sausage has browned.
- Pull the pan from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the hot potatoes and sausage. Return to the oven for 4–6 minutes, just until the cheese has melted and is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve straight from the sheet pan. Offer sour cream on the side if you like a cool, creamy contrast.
Notes
- Quick tips
- Drying the potatoes after washing helps them crisp up.
- Don’t crowd the pan — give pieces room so they roast rather than steam.
- If you want extra-crispy bits, finish under the broiler for 60–90 seconds, watching closely so nothing burns.
- Serving & storage
- Serve hot as a main or hearty side. Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days — reheat in the oven or air fryer to revive the texture.