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Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage

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A cozy, family-friendly slow cooker dinner featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes, smoky sausage, gooey cheddar cheese, and herby ranch seasoning. This easy, set-it-and-forget-it meal is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks and is always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 6 medium potatoes)
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (such as kielbasa or andouille), sliced into rounds
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup green onions, sliced (optional, for topping)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Cooking spray or extra butter (for greasing the crockpot)

Instructions

  1. Spray the inside of a 5-6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray or rub with a little butter.
  2. Wash and dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  3. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch rounds.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, milk, melted butter, and ranch seasoning mix. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  5. Layer half the diced potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot, followed by half the sausage slices. Spoon over half the cheesy ranch sauce. Repeat with remaining potatoes, sausage, and sauce. Sprinkle black pepper on top.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is bubbly. Stir gently halfway through if desired.
  7. Sprinkle with sliced green onions if desired. Serve hot. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of milk before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, verify your ranch mix and sausage labels. You can use frozen diced hash browns instead of fresh potatoes (add 30 minutes to cook time). For a lighter version, use turkey or chicken sausage and reduced-fat cheese. Add extra cheese during the last 10 minutes for more richness. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: crockpot, slow cooker, cheesy potatoes, ranch, sausage, family dinner, easy, comfort food, one pot, weeknight meal

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