Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe

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Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 24, 2023

Learn how to make a delicious and creamy ranch dressing from scratch with this easy recipe. Made with simple ingredients like mayonnaise, sour cream, and herbs, this homemade ranch dressing is perfect for salads, dipping veggies, or even as a sauce for chicken wings. It's a versatile and flavorful dressing that will elevate any dish!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
  2. Add the parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, dried chives, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir well to combine.
  3. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Serve the ranch dressing chilled and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Ranch dressing was created by Steve Henson, a plumber, in the early 1950s.
  • It became popular in the United States in the late 1980s and early 1990s as a dip for buffalo wings.
  • Ranch dressing is versatile and can be used as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables, or a sauce for sandwiches and wraps.