Million Dollar Crockpot Cheesy Smoked Sausage & Potatoes
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Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
- 1 Mixing bowl/Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 (30-32oz) bag Frozen diced hash brown potatoes
- 1 (14oz) package Smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 can Cream of cheddar soup
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup Whole milk
- 1 packet Ranch seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp Butter, cut into pieces
- Optional: chopped green onions
Instructions
- Spray the crockpot with nonstick spray.
- Add the frozen potatoes and smoked sausage.
- Whisk together the cream of cheddar soup, ranch seasoning, and garlic powder. Pour over the potatoes.
- Place the cream cheese cubes and butter on top.
- Cook on Low for 6-7 hours or High for 4-5 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and let melt for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.