Best 11 American Kitchen Classic Ranch Dressing Recipes
Attention, all foodies! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey into the world of American kitchen classics with our tantalizing Ranch Dressing recipes. Ranch dressing, with its creamy, tangy, and versatile flavor, has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're a fan of classic buttermilk ranch or craving a zesty variation like avocado ranch or Greek yogurt ranch, this article has got you covered. Discover the secrets behind creating the perfect Ranch dressing from scratch, using fresh herbs, spices, and pantry staples. Each recipe is carefully crafted to provide a unique taste experience, ensuring you find the perfect Ranch dressing to complement your favorite dishes.
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CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING
The original dressing served in the 1950s at Hidden Valley Ranch, a guest ranch near Santa Barbara, Calif., was made mostly from dry herbs and aromatics. To recreate that taste, this recipe is made with garlic powder instead of garlic, dried parsley instead of fresh, and so on. It makes enough seasoning mix for about 4 cups dressing; you can mix it, store it, then add dairy as needed. If you don't like the zip of mustard, try hot sauce or Worcestershire sauce instead - or simply omit for a milder taste. To make a thick dip instead of a pourable dressing, reduce the amount of buttermilk to 1/4 cup.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dips and spreads, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 5 cups dressing
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the seasoning mix: In a bowl, whisk all the ingredients together. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until ready to use; it will keep indefinitely.
- To make 1 cup dressing: In a medium bowl, place 1 tablespoon seasoning mix. Add sour cream and buttermilk and whisk together until smooth. Taste and add salt if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 2 days (or up to 2 weeks if made with mayonnaise).
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 34, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 65 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING
Ree Drummond's Homemade Ranch Dressing recipe, from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network, features buttermilk, fresh herbs and cayenne pepper.
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mince the garlic with a knife and then sprinkle on the salt and mash it into a paste with a fork.
- In a bowl, combine the garlic paste, mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, dill, chives, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, vinegar, paprika, cayenne and hot sauce. Add the buttermilk to desired consistency and mix to combine, tasting frequently and adjusting seasonings as needed. Chill for a couple of hours before serving, thinning with more buttermilk if needed.
RANCH DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Time 5m
Yield About 1 3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream and vinegar. Add the chives, parsley, salt, garlic powder, onion powder and black pepper and whisk well to combine.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
RANCH DRESSING
Whisking together your own buttermilk dressing is easy and makes every salad (or any other dippable dish) just that much more delicious and special. You can use homemade mayonnaise or a high-quality prepared variety.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories condiment
Time 10m
Yield about 1 1/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mash the garlic and salt to a paste with the side of a chef's knife. In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, mayonnaise, 1/4 cup buttermilk, parsley, chives, scallion, vinegar and pepper to taste. If the sauce is very thick, thin the dressing with a couple tablespoons more of the buttermilk. Use immediately or store covered, in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days.
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING
Steps:
- Whisk 2/3 cup buttermilk, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon each onion powder and onion flakes and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Add 1 tablespoon each chopped chives, dill and parsley; season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
RANCH DRESSING II
This ranch dressing is great because it doesn't have all the chemicals and preservatives that many do. You can also use buttermilk in place of the sour cream, if you like.
Provided by DAWNIA
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 133.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
RANCH DRESSING
Why buy bottled ranch dressing when this recipe is so easy to make-and tastes so much better! Fresh chives are a colorful addition if you have them on hand. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Whisk until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHEF JOHN'S RANCH DRESSING
It's been ages since I made homemade ranch dressing, and I'd forgotten how much better it is than the bottled stuff.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk in a large bowl. Stir in parsley, chives, dill, tarragon, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, and Worcestershire sauce until combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours to overnight. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 113.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
REAL RANCH DRESSING
This is real ranch dressing, not something bound with preservatives and corn syrup, a creamy, savory topping for mixed greens and a cool dip for summer days. You make it in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, which you can then use to store it in the fridge for a few days.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, quick, condiments
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put mayonnaise, buttermilk and buttermilk powder in a medium jar with a tight-fitting lid. Sprinkle with a little salt and lots of freshly ground black pepper. Add chives or parsley if you like, put lid on, and shake jar vigorously for 30 seconds or so.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Use immediately or refrigerate for a few days. It will keep longer if you do not add the fresh herbs.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 431, UnsaturatedFat 38 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 479 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
AMERICAN KITCHEN CLASSIC FRENCH DRESSING
French Dressing, in America, originally was nothing more than a 'vinaigrette' but along the way morphed into a completely different animal with the addition of tomato sauce and mustard along with various spices. Catalina Dressing, which the food company Kraft invented, is more red and a little sweeter that basic French Dressing. There is no record of the changes made to the basic vinaigrette so no one knows when this occurred.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a blender or a glass jar, combine ingredients until mixture comes together. Chill. Mix again if mixture separates before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.6, Fat 64.4, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 1108.9, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 20.4, Protein 2.2
AMERICAN KITCHEN CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING
Yes, America....there really is a Hidden Valley Ranch! In 1954, Steve and Gayle Henson opened a dude ranch near Santa Barbara, California called Hidden Valley Ranch. To their guests, they served a dressing that Steve had developed. The dressing was popular, and they began selling bottles that guests could take home. This expanded into mass production which continues today but no longer with the Hensons. The secret formula is now owned by the people at Clorox Corp.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together the garlic cloves, worcestershire sauce and vinegar in a bowl. Add in the mayonnaise, sour cream and milk. Combine well. Add in the fresh herbs and stir. Chill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.8, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 57.2, Sodium 664.2, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 7.7, Protein 4.6
Pro Cooking Hacks for a Creamy, Zesty Ranch Dressing
Discover the art of creating a delectable ranch seasoning with these insider tips:
- Fresh Herbs Elevate the Flavor: Incorporate fresh dill, chives, or parsley to enhance the herb profile.
- Garlic and Onion Boost: Add a minced clove of fresh, aromatic roasted and finely diced small red or yellow onions can take the recipe to new level.
- Lemon Juice for a Refreshing Zing: A splash of citrusy and brightens up the ranch.
- Sour cream for a Rich and Creamy Texture: Emphasize the velvety texture with a dollop of tangy and smooth.
- Mayo for a Smooth and Silky Blend: Mayonnaise imparts a luscious, satiny richness.
- Buttermilk for a Savory and Refreshing Twist: Buttermilk infuses a tangy and refreshing touch.
- Worcestershire Sauce for a Boost of Umami: Worcestershire accentuates the savoriness, adding delightful depths.
- Herbs de Provence for a Culinary Symphony: Incorporate a harmonious mix of thyme rosemary, savory and lavender.
- Salt and Pepper for Essential Seasoning: Don't forget the classics for perfect balance.
- Blend and Chill for Ultimate Flavor Fusion: Blending until smooth and chilling for at least an hour allows the flavors to fully meld.
Indulge in the Culinary Delight of Homemade Ranch
With these tips and tricks mastered, prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a truly special ranch. This versatile culinary creation will elevate any recipe you pair it with, from salads to sandwiches, grilled meats, or as a dipping choice for your favorite munchies. Elevate your culinary prowess and create a homemade ranch that will leave a memorable impressions on every diner.
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