So I came across this recipe on recipezaar. Tried it. Liked it. And now I have a small recycled glass jar in my spice cupboard full of ready made Ranch Dressing Mix.
Ranch Dip or Dressing Mix
6 Tablespoons dried onion flakes
5 teaspoons paprika
2 Tablespoons parsley flakes
4 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons sugar
4 teaspoons pepper
3 teaspoons garlic powder
Mix together and store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 12 months.
For Dip:
Combine 1 Tablespoon dry mix with 1 cup sour cream or yogurt
For Dressing:
Combine 1 cup mayonnaise with 1 cup buttermilk and add 1 Tablespoon of dry mix. Shake or whisk to combine and refrigerate.
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33 comments:
We love ranch dressing. I always buy the big jar of powdered mix at Sams, but you're right... it's better to know exactly what's in it. Thanks!
What a great idea! I must try this. Since I hardly go into the interior aisles--I always seem to forget this stuff. Plus, it is expensive.
Thanks!
Definitely going to make up a jar of this. Thanks!
Thanks for this. I never justify buying the mix, but I love some ranch. I'm definitely going to try it.
Thanks for posting this! I will be making some next week.
Toni
I was surprised when I found MSG in those wonderful ranch packets. I have been staying away from ranch for awhile, so I will have to try this! Thanks!
Thanks for the recipe...Does anyone have a recipe for Taco seasoning???
Yay! I've been wanting a good ranch dressing recipe. Thanks!
You should try mixing this clever dried mix with greek yogurt instead of plain yogurt. Greek yogurt tastes just like sour cream without all the fat and cholesterol!
Now why didnt I think to check Zarr last week when i noticed, while cooking dinner I was out of ranch mix. I will be making some of this up!!
Thank you for the recipe! This looks great. ;-) I'll post my link now. ;-)
This is a fantastic idea - I always prefer homemade dressings. I can't wait to try it!
Here's a taco seasoning mix I like:
1/4 c. flour
3 T. chili powder
1/4 c. onion powder
2 tsp garlic powder
4 tsp salt
4 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp sugar
2 tsp cumin
2 tsp oregano
Blend all ingredients in blender until powdery. Stores up to 6 months.3 Tbsp = one packet of taco or chili seasoning mix.
Thank you! This is such a practical idea. Would make a great gift, too!
I really wish I had looked at this last night before I had cooked my dinner that called for ranch dressing powder!
Thanks for posting this. I have a recipe for next week that calls for the powder and I was not looking forward to buying it. I'm definitely going to make this. Thanks again!
Thank you so much....I bought some ranch dressing at the store the other night and was shocked at the price and then shocked again at the ingredients! I just figured out how to post a link to your blog - so I'm extra excited!! Have a great weekend!
Angela
Thank you for posting this! We like Ranch around here...and I do use mix but like you, don't like the MSG and other additives. I've been looking for an alternative..and here it is! Thanks again...you are an inspiration!
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Can't wait to try the ranch dressing! My kids love ranch for dipping veggies and I am always looking for a deal on dressing but this looks like a great way to save! Thanks!!
I'm totally trying this!
Wow, thanks for posting this recipe. I left this out of a recipe once because the packets I checked at the store had milk in them and my son is allergic to milk. So, this is a great alternative. Thanks!
I tried that exact same recipe last week! So handy and so much cheaper!
I love the recipe swap Gayle! And just this week I had to have hubby stop and pick up ranch dressing mix, I saw the recipe on Zaar but wasn't sure about it. Glad to know it's a good replacement, I'll definitely be trying it out soon.
Out of ranch and have been tweeking my own every once and awhile, too..... Yours sounds like a winner!
I'm loving you! I was going to hunt up a recipe after finding a great Italian mix over at AllRecipes. Once again...you rock!
What a great idea for Ranch dressing. Thanks for passing it along. The cost can really add up on those pre-packaged dips.
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Thank you, thank you thank you! my favorite dip is dry ranch mix blended with low fat cottage cheese, and wanted to find a lower salt version--I'm looking forward to trying it!
I just made the recipe and I estimated it cost me $1.76 to make. The recipe made 12 servings for me... so at your .78 cents a package, I think I saved around $8. We use this a lot so I am very appreciative!
I just made the recipe and I estimated it cost me $1.76 to make. The recipe made 12 servings for me... so at your .78 cents a package, I think I saved around $8. We use this a lot so I am very appreciative!
I saw the recipe for taco seasoning too. I will look next time I'm at Winco to see if they sell it in the bulk section. I use this stuff for everything.
Thank you so much for posting this! I can't wait to try it. I'm always on the look out for something I can make a home instead of buying it (Hidden Valley Ranch). I try to stay away from MSG when I can, but finding a ranch dressing that I can make is the best!
I like to put ranch dressing on French bread to make garlic bread. Just mix some ranch dressing mix with a stick of butter, spread on the sliced bread, bake until toasty and wahlaaa! Savory Garlic Bread!
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