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Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Potatoes & Sausage Casserole

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This easy slow cooker casserole combines tender potatoes, smoky sausage, and a creamy, cheesy ranch sauce for a comforting family dinner. Minimal prep and pantry staples make it perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 6 medium potatoes)
  • 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch coins
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 green onions, finely sliced (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • Spray oil or parchment slow cooker liner (optional, for prep)

Instructions

  1. Spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray or line it with a parchment liner.
  2. Peel and dice potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. (Leave skins on if preferred.)
  3. Slice smoked sausage into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, cream of chicken soup, milk, ranch seasoning, melted butter, 1 cup shredded cheddar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Add diced potatoes and sliced sausage to the bowl and stir gently until well coated.
  6. Pour half of the potato-sausage mixture into the slow cooker. Sprinkle with half of the remaining cheese (about 1/2 cup). Add the rest of the mixture and top with the final 1/2 cup cheese.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-3.5 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is golden.
  8. If desired, sprinkle sliced green onions over the top before serving.
  9. If the sauce is runny, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes to thicken. If too thick, stir in a splash of milk.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For gluten-free, use GF cream soup and ranch mix. For vegetarian, swap sausage for mushrooms and use cream of mushroom soup. Cut potatoes evenly for best results. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of milk. For extra browning, broil individual servings for 2-3 minutes. You can prep ingredients the night before and assemble in the morning.

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Keywords: slow cooker, casserole, cheesy potatoes, ranch, sausage, family dinner, comfort food, easy recipe, crockpot, gluten-free option

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