Potato Sausage Recipe (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced.
02 - 2 bell peppers, sliced.
03 - 1 onion, diced.
04 - 1 bag frozen hash browns.
05 - 3/4 cup heavy cream.
06 - 1 can cheddar cheese soup.
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream.
08 - 1 packet ranch seasoning.
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat large skillet over medium-high heat until hot enough that water droplets sizzle when added.
02 - Add sliced smoked sausage to hot skillet and cook until edges begin to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
03 - Add sliced bell peppers and diced onion to sausage, stirring occasionally until vegetables start to soften.
04 - Transfer the sautéed mixture carefully to crockpot, ensuring all browned bits are included for flavor.
05 - Add frozen hash browns to crockpot directly from freezer, spreading them evenly over sausage mixture.
06 - Pour heavy cream slowly over potatoes, allowing it to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
07 - Add cheddar cheese soup, using spatula to scrape can clean and spread evenly.
08 - Dollop sour cream across the top and sprinkle entire packet of ranch seasoning evenly.
09 - Add shredded cheddar cheese, distributing it evenly across the top of mixture.
10 - Stir all ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution of sauce components.
11 - Cover crockpot with lid and set temperature according to desired cooking time.
12 - Cook on high setting for exactly 2 hours or low setting for 4 hours.
13 - Check potato tenderness by piercing with fork - should be completely tender.
14 - Stir thoroughly before serving to ensure creamy sauce coats all ingredients.
15 - Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving to allow sauce to thicken slightly.

# Notes:

01 - One pot meal.
02 - Make ahead friendly.
03 - Great for potlucks.
04 - Easy preparation.

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