Video:Homemade Ranch Dressing
with Rachel EdelmanIf you love topping your salads with ranch dressing, then try making it at home! This make-ahead seasoning mixture allows you to stir some together in a snap.
Transcript:Homemade Ranch Dressing
Hi, I'm Rachel Edelman for About.com Food. Today I'm going to show you how to make your own ranch dressing.Ranch Dressing Ingredients
For this recipe you will need:- 7 saltine crackers
- 2 tablespoons garlic salt
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 3/4 cup dry minced parsley flakes
- 1/4 cup dry minced onion
- 1 tablespoon dry dillweed
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup buttermilk
Combine Dry Ranch Mix
I'm going to make a dry ranch mix that you can use to make dressing or use in other kinds of recipes.First, blend crackers in an electric blender on high speed until powdered. Now add the parsley, the minced onion, and the dill weed. Blend again until it is powdered. Then, pour the mixture into a bowl. Next, stir in the garlic salt, onion powder, and garlic powder.
Store this dry mix in a container with a tight-fitting lid at room temperature for up to 1 year.
Blend Wet Ingredients
To make the dressing, combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, and 1 tablespoon of mix. Blend well and serve over your favorite salad.Thanks for watching. To learn more, visit us on the Web at food.about.com.