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zippy ranch dressing

Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
Surrey South, BC

Why buy dressing when you can make it at home and have more flavor to with no preservatives?

yield 1 1/2 cups
prep time 10 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For zippy ranch dressing

  • 1 c
    miracle whip®
  • 1/2 c
    light sour cream
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh dill
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh chives, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp
    garlic powder (substitute 1 small clove garlic, pressed)
  • 1/4 tsp
    onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp
    freshly ground black pepper, or to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
  • 1/8 tsp
    cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp
    dried tarragon
  • 1/4 tsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp
    worcestershire sauce
  • 4-6 dash
    hot sauce, such as cholula®
  • 1 pinch
    ground himalayan sea salt
  • 1/4 c
    buttermilk, or more for consistency

How To Make zippy ranch dressing

  • 1
    In a medium mixing bowl, add all the ingredients together; whisk until well blended.
  • 2
    Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  • 3
    Note #1: If you want to use fresh garlic, keep in mind that garlic flavor will intensify as it sits.
  • 4
    Note #2: Increase or decrease the amount of buttermilk for your purposes. For example if you want to use it as a dip for chicken wings, don't go over a 1/4 cup. If you want to use as a salad dressing, increase volume to your liking.
  • 5
    To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoJtWqs9KBM
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