The exact original recipe from the image cannot be confirmed, so this is a practical full recipe based on the ingredients and preparation visible in the photo.
Ingredients
Main
- 1½ lb (680 g) smoked sausage, sliced
- 1½ lb (680 g) baby potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix, about 1 oz (28 g)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
Optional
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Method
- Prepare: Slice the smoked sausage and cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces.
- Make the seasoning mixture: Combine melted butter, ranch seasoning, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper and salt.
- Add to slow cooker: Place potatoes, onion, corn and sausage into the slow cooker.
- Pour: Pour the seasoned butter mixture evenly over the ingredients.
- Mix: Gently toss everything until well coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2½–3½ hours, until the potatoes are completely fork-tender.
- Finish: Stir gently. Add cheddar during the last 10–15 minutes if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Details
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Cook: 5–6 hours LOW / 2½–3½ hours HIGH
- Servings: 5–6
- Difficulty: Easy
Nut & Allergen Information
- Peanuts: None required.
- Tree nuts: None required.
- Dairy: Butter and many ranch seasoning mixes contain milk.
- Gluten: Check the sausage and ranch seasoning labels if you need gluten-free ingredients.
- Soy: Some processed sausages and seasoning mixes may contain soy.
- Egg: Not required.
Approximate Nutrition
Per serving, assuming 6 servings:
- Calories: ~500–550 kcal
- Protein: ~18–22 g
- Carbohydrates: ~45–50 g
- Fat: ~27–32 g
- Fiber: ~4–5 g
Nutrition varies by sausage, butter and ranch seasoning brand.
Q&A
Q: Can I use frozen corn?
Yes. Add it directly without thawing.
Q: Can I use chicken sausage?
Yes. It will make the dish lighter in flavor.
Q: Can I leave out the brown sugar?
Yes. It adds a slight sweet contrast but isn’t essential.
Q: Can I add cheese?
Yes. Cheddar works particularly well; add it near the end.
Q: How should I store leftovers?
Refrigerate within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat thoroughly before eating.
Q: Can I make it spicy?
Yes. Add red pepper flakes or a little hot sauce.