Side Of Ranch Recipe
A side of cool, creamy ranch. It's what ranch dreams are made of.
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Ingredients
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Dairy Base
Herbs and Spices
Acid
Optional Flavoring
Method
Preparation
- 1
Combine Dairy Base
In a medium mixing bowl, add the sour cream and mayonnaise. Use a whisk to blend the two until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Mix in Herbs and Spices
Add the dried dill weed, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and dried parsley to the bowl. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 3
Add Acid
Pour in the apple cider vinegar and mix thoroughly to combine all flavors.
- 4
Adjust Consistency (Optional)
If you prefer a thinner ranch, mix in the buttermilk one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Chill
- 5
Refrigerate
Cover the ranch dressing with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving
- 6
Serve
After chilling, stir the ranch dressing again before serving. Enjoy as a dip for vegetables, chips, or as a dressing on salads.