Description
Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Beef is a crowd‑pleasing baked dish that layers diced potatoes with smoked beef, creamy sour cream, melted cheddar, and ranch seasoning. The butter‑enriched mix creates a rich, golden crust while the cheese melts into gooey pockets of flavor. Ready in under an hour, this comforting casserole serves six, making it perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy weekend meals. Serve it hot from the oven, the aroma fills the kitchen inviting to enjoy the cheesy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
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- 4 large potatoes
- diced
- 1 pound smoked beef
- sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9‑x‑13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl combine potatoes, smoked beef, ranch seasoning, melted butter, and sour cream. Mix well.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest 5‑10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- add a thin layer of breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter before the final bake. Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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