Ranch dressing is a beloved condiment that has become a staple on restaurant menus across the country. The dressing was first created in the 1950s by Steve Henson, a plumber who worked on construction projects in Alaska. Henson and his wife Gayle started serving the dressing to guests at their ranch in Santa Barbara, California, where it became a hit. Since then, ranch dressing has become a staple in American cuisine, and its popularity has spread to other countries. Today, there are many variations of ranch dressing available, and it is a common condiment in restaurants and homes around the world.
While it is often used as a dip for veggies or as a dressing for salads, ranch dressing is an underutilized product that can be incorporated into a wide variety of recipes. Its creamy flavor profile makes it a versatile ingredient that can add depth and complexity to everything on the menu. By thinking outside the box and getting creative with ranch dressing, your establishment can elevate menu dishes and surprise customers’ taste buds with new and exciting flavors.
Inspiration for New Pepper Mill Dill Pickle Ranch
Combining the classic tangy and creamy flavors of ranch dressing with the distinct taste of dill pickle, Pepper Mill’s new Dill Pickle Ranch is perfect for a variety of uses. The dill pickle flavor adds depth and complexity to salads, sandwiches, marinades, dips, and more, If you’re a fan of dill pickles or looking to add a twist to your ranch dressing, then you’ll likely enjoy the taste of Pepper Mill Dill Pickle ranch dressing. Looking for inspiration to use it for more than just salad? We recommend experimenting with the following ideas.
- Make a bacon, ranch, and cheese fries appetizer
- Create a creamy onion and cheese dip that can be served with veggies, crackers, or tortilla chips
- Substitute instead of sour cream in a German cucumber salad
- Use as the binder for fried chicken recipes
Inspiration for New Gordon Choice Jalapeño Ranch
With Gordon Choice’s new Jalapeño Ranch, classic ranch dressing is taken up a notch with the heat of spicy jalapeños, resulting in a zesty and bold flavor that can add excitement to any dish. It is a great choice for customers who love a little bit of heat. It should be a dressing option for your salad menu, but here are some additional applications to get the most bang for your buck.
- Add into the cheese sauce for a signature mac and cheese dish (garnish with bacon for an extra burst of flavor)
- Drizzle on fajita tacos or a chicken pita wrap
- Cook up a creamy sauce for salmon and shrimp
- Elevate spinach artichoke dip by using it in place of mayonnaise