What Is Ranch Dressing?
Ranch dressing is one of the most ubiquitous condiments in the United States, and for good reason.
How To Make Ranch Dressing
Making ranch dressing is surprisingly simple.

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Check out the notes at the bottom of this recipe for specific directions.
glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Cover and shake vigorously to blend.

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Refrigerate in covered jar up to 1 week.
Shake well before serving.
extra virgin olive oil, and 2 tsp.

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honey to jar before shaking.Makes about 2 cups.
Active: 20 min., Total: 50 min.
Blue Cheese Ranch:Prepare Herbed Buttermilk Ranch Dressing as directed, adding 2 oz.

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mashed blue cheese, 2 oz.
crumbled blue cheese, 2 tsp.
chopped chives, 1/2 tsp.

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ground black pepper, and 1/2 tsp.
paprika to jar before shaking.Makes about 2 cups.
Active: 20 min., Total: 50 min.

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Avocado Ranch:Prepare Herbed Buttermilk Ranch Dressing as directed, adding 1 ripe mashed avocado, 2 Tbsp.
minced jalapeno pepper, 2 Tbsp.
hot sauce, 4 tsp.
fresh lime juice; and 1/2 tsp.
kosher salt to jar before shaking.Makes about 2 1/2 cups.
Active: 20 min., Total: 50 min.