Here’s a rich and flavorful Creamy Ranch Potatoes recipe — cheesy, comforting, and perfect as a side dish for almost any meal.
🥔 Creamy Ranch Potatoes
Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 2 lbs (900 g) baby potatoes, halved (or russet potatoes, cubed)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Prepare the potatoes
- Boil potatoes in salted water for 10–12 minutes until just fork-tender.
- Drain and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the creamy ranch mixture
In a large bowl, mix together:
- Ranch seasoning
- Sour cream
- Mayonnaise
- Milk
- Melted butter
- Black pepper and garlic powder
4️⃣ Combine
- Gently fold the potatoes into the creamy mixture.
- Transfer to prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the top.
5️⃣ Bake
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
6️⃣ Serve
- Garnish with parsley or green onions.
- Serve hot.
Tips
- Extra crispy top: Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- Add protein: Stir in cooked bacon or shredded chicken.
- Slow cooker option: Cook on low 3–4 hours, adding cheese during the last 30 minutes.
- Spicy twist: Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne.
If you’d like, I can also give you a crack ranch potatoes version with bacon and cream cheese that’s ultra creamy and indulgent.
