ranch dressing

noun

Definition of ranch dressing

: a creamy salad dressing usually containing milk or buttermilk and mayonnaise

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Recent Examples of ranch dressing from the Web

First came the ranch dressing fountain, for use at your next gluttonous dinner soiree.

— matthew martinez, star-telegram, "These are the crown jewels of ranch dressing. Here’s how you can win them | Fort Worth Star-Telegram," 10 Mar. 2018
Along with being brothers, one thing that catches the attention of fans is the guys' name, thanks to its resemblance to something completely unrelated to country music: ranch dressing.

— taylor weatherby, Billboard, "High Valley Discusses Being Siblings in the Spotlight and Sing Drake's 'God's Plan': Watch," 4 Apr. 2018
This sandwich packs thick-cut, housemade bacon, collard greens, pimento cheese and ranch dressing between two slices of Texas toast.

— andy staples, SI.com, "Kirby Smart Won't Let the Search for New Leaders Change Georgia's End Goal," 26 Mar. 2018
Meanwhile, there is no milk, no ranch dressing and sadly no beer available during the duration of the contest.

— craig hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, "Feeling the burn at Casian Crawfish," 21 Mar. 2018
Simple salads hit high points with bright flavors — fresh herbs make bibb lettuce with ranch dressing lively ($9), and crisped anchovies distinguish a kale Caesar salad ($9).

— carol deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Food plus fire is perfect mix at Birch + Butcher," 20 Mar. 2018
Chianti Peek: Chick-fil-A Cobb salad with avocado lime ranch dressing.

— kathleen purvis, charlotteobserver, "Charlotte chefs reveal their secret chain-takeout orders: Try these yourself | Charlotte Observer," 22 Feb. 2018
But Joanna Gaines — currently expecting her fifth child — can't seem to get enough ranch dressing.

— jackie frere, Redbook, "Joanna Gaines Opens Up About Her Unusual Pregnancy Cravings," 9 Feb. 2018
Mix in 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion, 2 tablespoons sweet relish, 1 teaspoon dry mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup ranch dressing until smooth.

— Country Living, "Deviled Eggs," 21 Jan. 2010

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