I'll admit it, I have been resisting adding this Ranch Dressing Seasoning blend to our repertoire for almost two years. It just wasn't something that I could get very excited about. But to the credit of more than several members of our staff, who have taken every opportunity to tell me in no uncertain terms that I was dead wrong on this one, I've finally relented to the peer pressure and here it is.

History

Ranch Dressing has an interesting back story and was created by a Nebraska raised cowboy and his wife who, in 1949, moved to Alaska. Kenneth Henson worked as a plumbing contractor in Alaska for three years and one of his many duties including being the resident cook for the group he worked for. It was there that he concocted the first version of this buttermilk dressing.

In 1954, the Hensons purchased a 120 acre Santa Barbara, California dude ranch. Over the years, the couple became better known more for their meals than for their hospitality. Even with their growing reputation, they struggled to make a go of the 120-acre ranch and began selling off parts of the ranch to keep their heads above water.

As ranch reservations continued to dwindle they started receiving more and more requests for their house Ranch Dressing. So much so, that they created a dry packaged mix, and before long it was being sold in stores throughout California.

In the 1980s, Ranch took on a second life as a dip which increased its popularity even more. Since the early 90’s Ranch has consistently been voted America's favorite dressing.

How to Use

To make, combine 2 tablespoons of dry ranch dressing, 2 cups of mayonnaise, 2 cups of buttermilk, 1-1/2 cups of sour cream and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Refrigerate for about 2 hours before using. Makes just under 2 quarts.

In addition to making a dressing for salads use this Dry Ranch Dressing to season burgers, sandwiches, any kind of potatoes, pasta, jalapeno poppers, popcorn, pretzels, spring rolls, chicken sliders, coleslaw, grilled cheese and casseroles. Also makes a great dip for vegetables, pizza slices and deep fried food.

One of our favorite recipes using Ranch Dressing Seasoning is Instant Pot Ranch Chicken.

Flavor Profile

Tangy, a bit sweet and it has a mild bite.

What's In It

Hand blended from onion, garlic, salt, parsley, black pepper and dill weed.

Nutritional Information
Serving Size 1 Teaspoon, Amount Per Serving: Calories 15, Total Fat 0g (0% DV), Sat. Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g (0% DV), Cholest. 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 150mg (7% DV), Total Carb. 3g (1% DV), Dietary Fiber 1g (4% DV), Sugars 0g, Protein <1g (0% DV), Vitamin D 0mcg (0% DV), Calcium 0mcg (0% DV), Iron 0mg (0% DV), Potassium 132mg(2% DV) Percent Daily Values DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.