Cheesy Potato Sausage (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 sautéed mixture carefully to crockpot, ensuring all browned bits are included for flavor.
05 - Add frozen hash browns to crockpot, spreading evenly over sausage mixture. Pour heavy cream over potatoes. Add cheese soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and shredded cheddar.
06 - Stir all ingredients thoroughly. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours until potatoes are tender.
07 - Stir thoroughly and let rest 5-10 minutes before serving to allow sauce to thicken.