Best Classic Ranch Dressing Recipes

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CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING



Classic Ranch Dressing image

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

1 1/2 teaspoons dried chives
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
2 tablespoons buttermilk powder (optional)
1/2 cup chilled sour cream or mayonnaise
1/2 cup chilled buttermilk
Salt, to taste

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

LIGHTER CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING



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Just like the classic version, this ranch dressing can be used as a dip for vegetables, such as radishes or steamed broccoli.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, zest finely grated, juiced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced (1 teaspoon)
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Whisk all the ingredients together in a medium bowl until combined. Use immediately, or refrigerate, covered, for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 g, Cholesterol 11 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 128 g

AMERICAN KITCHEN CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING



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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

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced

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

GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH KRAFT CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING



Grilled Shrimp Tacos with KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing image

Elevate your taco game and try these grilled shrimp tacos with ranch for your upcoming mealtime. Served with shredded lettuce in warm tortillas, then drizzled with creamy ranch, these Grilled Shrimp Tacos with KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing are the ideal treat for two.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings or 4 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 Tbsp. fajita seasoning
4 flour tortillas
1/2 cup shredded lettuce
1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing

Steps:

  • Season the shrimp with fajita seasoning and grill 5 minutes or until pink.
  • Warm the tortillas on both sides. Place on a plate and add some shredded lettuce, chopped green onions and three shrimps per taco.
  • Drizzle with some KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS WITH KRAFT CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING



Grilled Shrimp Tacos with KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing image

Elevate your taco game and try these grilled shrimp tacos with ranch for your upcoming mealtime. Served with shredded lettuce in warm tortillas, then drizzled with creamy ranch, these Grilled Shrimp Tacos with KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing are the ideal treat for two.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 Tbsp. fajita seasoning
4 flour tortillas
1/2 cup shredded lettuce
1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing

Steps:

  • Season the shrimp with fajita seasoning and grill 5 minutes or until pink.
  • Warm the tortillas on both sides. Place on a plate and add some shredded lettuce, chopped green onions and three shrimps per taco.
  • Drizzle with some KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing and enjoy.

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