Ranch Dressing Recipe

3.6

(7)

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By Joshua Bousel

Joshua Bousel Joshua Bousel is a Serious Eats old-timer, having started sharing his passion for grilling and barbecue recipes on the site back in 2008. He continues to develop grilling and barbecue recipes on his own site, The Meatwave, out of his home base of Durham, North Carolina.

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Why It Works

Whisking buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise creates a tangy, creamy base ready for seasoning.

Finely chopped parsley, chives, and dill distribute evenly throughout the dressing and lend an aromatic flavor.

Chilling the dressing for an hour before using gives the herbs time to meld into the base.

My wife is a proud product of the Lone Star state, where ranch dressing seems to be the answer to everything.…