I sometimes wonder if one of the reasons I love chicken wings so much (see my other blog, For the Wing) is they give me an excuse to have more Ranch dressing. I love a good, creamy Ranch dressing, and this copycat recipe of the one from Outback is top-notch good yummy stuff. Whether you’re putting it on a salad or using it for dipping your Buffalo wings, it’s the best homemade version I’ve found.
Great Flavor In The Perfect Dressing
Yes, you read correctly. The recipe for making copycat Outback Ranch dressing includes cayenne pepper. I would not leave it out even if you’re not into spiciness. It’s not that spicy, and what there is gets tamed by the buttermilk and mayonnaise. Personally, I’d add a bit more than the recipe calls for.
- Porous Seasoning Squeeze Bottle – Design of…
- Multifunctional: Our condiment squeeze bottle is…
Save It
Ok, I’ve said it before. And I’m biased because I have a really bad ranch dressing addiction. But now is not the time to use ‘light’ ingredients. Save those for another day, another recipe. So no low-fat buttermilk. No diet mayonnaise. Go big. And you’ll more than be rewarded in the end. Hey, you can always use less (good luck!) to make up for the delicious decadence!
I like to serve my dressings in these right-sized condiment cups. They’re perfect for a good-sized salad. They help me with my dressing addiction. I fill up my lil cup in the kitchen and leave the rest of the dressing safely hidden away as I go enjoy my salad. In theory, I won’t sneak away from the table and go refill my cup. That’s the theory at least!
- Durable 2.5 oz capacity stainless steel sauce cups…
- Height: 1.8 inches, Diameter (mouth): 2.4 inches…
Also try my copycat of Chipotle’s honey vinaigrette. For something quick and easy, make some Franch (yep, French and Ranch combined!) dressing.
Outback Ranch Dressing (Copycat Recipe)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups mayonnaise preferably not light
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 ounce Ranch dressing mix one packet
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients.
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. If the dressing is too thick add just add a bit more buttermilk and stir.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional values are approximate.
