Need a good ranch dipping sauce and salad dressing recipe

paqman · September 2016

I found a few on the interweb but I am looking for one that YOU have already done and like. I have buttermilk, yogurt, sour cream, homemade mayo, fresh herbs, etc.

Logger · September 2016

This is the one we like and I try to add a little more dill while SWMBO isn't looking.

http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/homemade-ranch-dressing/

Zippylip · September 2016

DaveRichardson · September 2016

I used a very simple Ranch and BBQ sauce blend before and I really liked it. Very simple!

Hub · September 2016

I haven't touched ranch since I discovered Alabama White Sauce. In some ways it is similar to ranch, but MUCH better. I keep a large squirt bottle of it in the fridge at all times. Do an online search for "Alabama White Sauce" and give it a try. It's easy to make. You can make it cool or spicy or in between. You might never need ranch again.

Jupiter Jim · September 2016

Hub said:

I haven't touched ranch since I discovered Alabama White Sauce. In some ways it is similar to ranch, but MUCH better. I keep a large squirt bottle of it in the fridge at all times. Do an online search for "Alabama White Sauce" and give it a try. It's easy to make. You can make it cool or spicy or in between. You might never need ranch again.

I have some white sauce that has been in the fridge for at least a month is it still good to eat or should I trash it?

paqman · September 2016

@Logger Thanks! Will try it.

paqman · September 2016

@Hub Alabama white sauce is for meat right? I will try it one day. Maybe I shouldn't say that here but I am looking for a veggies dipping sauce. The tomato plants are producing more than we can eat right now and I'd like to make my own dip rather than purchasing a ready made from the store. I made a salad dressing today 1 part homemade mayo mixed with 1 part buttermilk, freshly cracked pepper and fresh herbs. It was tasty and good as a salad dressing but not consistent enough for dipping veggies (and wings

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SciAggie · September 2016

http://www.copykat.com/2014/08/24/chuys-creamy-jalapeno-dip/ My family loves this as a dipping sauce

Jeremiah · September 2016

So thanks to this thread I finally made ranch dressing. Ruined it with the garlic, and poured it out. My wife said that even though I only used one clove if garlic, it was a big one and really was enough for a measured two. Tomorrow I'll use none and less chives as well. Thanks for pushing me over the edge!

Hub · September 2016

Jupiter Jim said:

Hub said:

I haven't touched ranch since I discovered Alabama White Sauce. In some ways it is similar to ranch, but MUCH better. I keep a large squirt bottle of it in the fridge at all times. Do an online search for "Alabama White Sauce" and give it a try. It's easy to make. You can make it cool or spicy or in between. You might never need ranch again.

I have some white sauce that has been in the fridge for at least a month is it still good to eat or should I trash it?

It's mayo mixed with vinegar, spices, and lemon juice. NONE of those things even come close to going bad in a month. Whatever you do ... DON'T trash it. Eat it!!

GrateEggspectations · September 2016

Jeremiah said:

So thanks to this thread I finally made ranch dressing. Ruined it with the garlic, and poured it out. My wife said that even though I only used one clove if garlic, it was a big one and really was enough for a measured two. Tomorrow I'll use none and less chives as well. Thanks for pushing me over the edge!

In my books, there ain't no such thing as too much garlic!!

Hub · September 2016

paqman said:

@Hub Alabama white sauce is for meat right? I will try it one day. Maybe I shouldn't say that here but I am looking for a veggies dipping sauce. The tomato plants are producing more than we can eat right now and I'd like to make my own dip rather than purchasing a ready made from the store. I made a salad dressing today 1 part homemade mayo mixed with 1 part buttermilk, freshly cracked pepper and fresh herbs. It was tasty and good as a salad dressing but not consistent enough for dipping veggies (and wings )

It's primary use is for chicken, but NO WAY I would say it is for meat only. I'm a big fan of the low country boil, and I dip my potatoes in it. Ranch isn't for meat only. Why should Alabama White Sauce be?

Dredger · September 2016

Hard to beat for great taste and ease of whipping a batch up. You can make as little or as much as you want. Penzey's has great products. https://www.penzeys.com/online-catalog/buttermilk-ranch/c-24/p-534/pd-s

NecessaryIndulg · September 2016

Have you heard of Ginger Chestnut Dip? I tried it for the first time this weekend and I couldn't stop eating it! It was one of the best veggie dips I've had and I think it would be fantastic on a salad, too.

HERE is the recipe if you are interested.

Jupiter Jim · September 2016

Hub said:

Jupiter Jim said:

Hub said:

I haven't touched ranch since I discovered Alabama White Sauce. In some ways it is similar to ranch, but MUCH better. I keep a large squirt bottle of it in the fridge at all times. Do an online search for "Alabama White Sauce" and give it a try. It's easy to make. You can make it cool or spicy or in between. You might never need ranch again.

I have some white sauce that has been in the fridge for at least a month is it still good to eat or should I trash it?

It's mayo mixed with vinegar, spices, and lemon juice. NONE of those things even come close to going bad in a month. Whatever you do ... DON'T trash it. Eat it!!

Thanks need to get some chicken then.

tonyled · September 2016

we have a mexican restaurant called chuys local to us that makes the best jalapeno ranch (and i hate ranch). its super easy to make and deeeelicious

http://www.copykat.com/2014/08/24/chuys-creamy-jalapeno-dip/

its great as a chip dip and as a salad dressing

tarheelmatt · September 2016

I buy the seasoning containers at like a Amish store or even the Hidden Valley ones at the grocery store. One cup mayo, one cup buttermilk, and the season packet, and you're good to go.