In a large bowl mix together hash browns, hot sauce (add more or less as desired), cheese, salt/pepper, and ranch seasoning.
Grease your waffle iron and layer on thick layer of hash brown mix. This recipe should make four waffles, so divide the mixture up evenly.
Cook on the waffle maker for 5-7 minutes or until crispy and golden and holding shape.
Mix together sour cream and ranch seasoning for waffle topping.