Best Ranch Dressing Recipes

HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING

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 II

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.

HOMEMADE BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk mayonnaise and buttermilk in a medium mixing bowl until smooth. Add parsley, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, dill, and pepper; whisk until blended together. Place in the refrigerator until flavors have melded, about 20 minutes.

SPICY SPICY RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Stir together the ranch-style salad dressing, the two hot pepper sauces, cayenne pepper, and chili powder. Chill for at least one hour.

CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING

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).

RANCH DRESSING AND DIP MIX

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: about 6 tablespoons mix (enough to make 6 batches). , To prepare dressing: In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon mix with mayonnaise and buttermilk; refrigerate. Yield: 2 cups., To prepare dip: In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon mix and sour cream; refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

CREAMY TORTELLINI SALAD WITH CHICKEN, BACON, AND RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Run tortellini under cold water and drain. Store in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
• Stir ranch dressing and milk together in a large bowl. Add chilled pasta, cooked chicken, mozzarella, bacon, green onions, and parsley.
• Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

LOW FAT BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream in a bowl. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, chives, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING MIX

Steps:

• Combine the first five ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 4 batches (about 3/4 cup)., For salad dressing: In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, buttermilk and 3 tablespoons mix. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Yield: about 2 cups., For dip: In a small bowl, combine sour cream and 3 tablespoons mix. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with assorted crackers and fresh vegetables.

DRY RANCH STYLE SEASONING FOR DIP OR DRESSING

Steps:

• In a small bowl, stir together the parsley, pepper, seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder and thyme. Use as a substitute for Ranch Dressing Mix.

SLOW COOKER TACO SOUP WITH RANCH DRESSING MIX

Steps:

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir beef until crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Transfer beef to a slow cooker and sprinkle with the taco seasoning mix and ranch dressing mix.
• Add the diced tomatoes and green chiles, corn, and black beans, all with their liquid, to the slow cooker. Stir the black olives, onion, bell pepper, and tomato juice into the ground beef mixture. Cook on Low until the vegetables are completely tender, about 5 hours.

GREEK YOGURT RANCH SALAD DRESSING

Steps:

• Pour vinegar into a 1-cup liquid measure. Add enough milk to make 1/3 cup. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, combine parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, pepper, paprika, chives, and salt in a small bowl. Mix in Greek yogurt. Gradually stir in buttermilk to thin out dressing.

RANCH DRESSING FROM SCRATCH

Steps:

• Get out a medium sized bowl.
• Measure the mayonnaise into it.
• Gradually whisk in the buttermilk or yogurt.
• If you use powdered buttermilk, whisk in the powder first, and then slowly add a cup of water.
• Then add the seasonings. Whisk again.
• Or you can make it in the blender by putting everything into the blender and whirling until smooth.
• The mixture will be a little thin, but it will thicken on standing. Store in a pint size jar, makes 2-cups.
• Keep in the refrigerator for a few weeks. Tastes really good with yogurt by the way. This is my favorite way of making it. It tastes good with powdered buttermilk too, but the consistency is thinner than with yogurt.
• Note: If desired, you may add a tablespoon of Parmesan Cheese and/or a tablespoon of lemon juice to the dressing in addition to the seasonings above.

SOUTHWEST RANCH SALAD DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl.
• For best results, cover and chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

PARMESAN-PEPPERCORN RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk well together all ingredients and chill for at least 24 hours before using.

RESTAURANT STYLE RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients well and chill for about an hour (I used a food processor to mix).

GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN SALAD WITH SPICY RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Make seasoning:
• Mix all ingredients in small bowl to blend.
• Make salad dressing:
• Whisk 3/4cup buttermilk, mayonnaise, chopped green onion, chopped fresh parsley, apple cider vinegar, garlic, lemon peel, and 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning mixture in medium bowl until well blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store remaining seasoning at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate dressing.)
• Rub remaining seasoning mixture onto chicken. Place chicken in medium bowl. Pour remaining 1 cup buttermilk over chicken, turning to coat. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 3 hours, turning occasionally.
• Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from buttermilk, shaking off excess. Grill chicken until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes.
• Combine mixed greens, pecans, and raisins in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Season salad with salt and pepper. Divide salad among 4 plates. Cut chicken on sharp diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange atop salads and serve.

BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING WITH BIBB LETTUCE

Steps:

• Place the scallions, basil, lemon juice, mustard, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Puree for 15 to 20 seconds to make a smooth mixture. Add the mayonnaise, yogurt, and buttermilk and blend until smooth. Transfer the dressing to a container, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour for the flavors to develop.
• Arrange the lettuce, tomatoes, and onion artfully on salad plates and drizzle with the dressing. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.
• Cook's Note: Ina substituted Boston lettuce for Bibb lettuce when taping this episode.

HOMESTYLE GARLIC RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, onion, vegetable oil, eggs, sour cream, parsley, garlic powder, pepper, and salt together in a bowl until dressing is creamy, about 30 seconds. Store dressing in a 1-quart jar in refrigerator for up to 1 week.

APPLEBEE'S MEXI-RANCH DRESSING RECIPE - (3.4/5)

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients and blend until smooth.