45 Recipes That Start with a Packet of Ranch Seasoning

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45 Recipes That Start with a Packet of Ranch Seasoning2/45 Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A chicken club pizza topped with lettuce, tomatoes and dressing? You’re in for a treat! Vegetables give the cheesy crust a cool crunch. —Debbie Reid, Clearwater, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 444 calories, 25g fat (13g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 939mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein. 3/45 Zucchini Fritters 31

So I came up with these fritters instead!

Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One day I wanted to serve zucchini as a side dish—but I didn’t have the time to slice and deep-fry it. So I came up with these fritters instead! They go especially well with barbecued ribs or pork chops and corn on the cob. —Mary Dixson, Catlin, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 fritter: 191 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 333mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 4/45 Ranch Pigs in a Blanket 1 Review Test

Who knew you could amp up the fun factor for pigs in a blanket?

Kitchen Approved Ranch Pigs in a Blanket Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who knew you could amp up the fun factor for pigs in a blanket? Sprinkle ranch seasoning on top before you bake. And if you still can’t get enough of that tang, dip ’em in ranch dressing before you take a bite. Holy cow, it’s good! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 5/45 Crockpot Mashed Potatoes 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crockpot Mashed Potatoes Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total

Time 2 hours 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Time 2 hours 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sour cream and cream cheese give richness to these smooth make-ahead potatoes. They are wonderful for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner since there’s no last-minute mashing required. —Trudy Vincent, Valles Mines, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 210 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. 6/45 Skillet Ranch Beef and Macaroni 2 Reviews Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’d be hard-pressed to find easier comfort food made

from scratch

from scratch. Our secret ingredient: ranch dressing seasoning. It takes the flavor over the top. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 7/45 Beer Dip 148 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Beer Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 3-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with shredded cheese. It’s perfect paired with pretzels. Be forewarned, though—it’s hard to stop eating once you’ve started! The beer cheese dip can be made with any type of beer, including nonalcoholic. I’ve taken it to many parties and I am always

asked for the recipe

asked for the recipe. —Michelle Long, New Castle, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 93 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 184mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 8/45 Fresh Veggie Pizza 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fresh Veggie Pizza Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s no need to bring confetti to your next snack-time gathering. Just carry in this colorful veggie pizza that’s topped with a rainbow of crunchy vegetables! Guests usually don’t even guess this delicious pizza is low-fat.

She had copies of the recipe next to the pan

—Brooke Wiley, Halifax, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 164 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 623mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 9/45 Chili Cornbread Salad 48 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A co-worker brought this wonderful dish to a potluck several years ago. She had copies of the recipe next to the pan. Now I make it for get-togethers and also supply copies of the recipe. I never have any leftover salad or recipes. —Kelly Newsom, Jenks, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 1

serving: 383 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 12g protein. 10/45 Monster Munchies Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Magically transform squash or pumpkin seeds into a spellbinding snack with ranch salad dressing mix. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 350 calories, 23g fat (4g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 481mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 9g fiber), 9g protein. 11/45 Pull-Apart Bacon Bread 17 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pull-Apart Bacon Bread

Boy, am I glad I did!

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I stumbled across this recipe while looking for something different to take to a brunch. Boy, am I glad I did! Everyone asked for the recipe and was surprised it called for only five ingredients. It’s the perfect treat to bake for an informal get-together. —Traci Collins, Cheyenne, Wyoming Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 149 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 621mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 12/45 Ranch Chicken Quesadillas 2 Reviews

Can you say “yum”?

Ranch Chicken Quesadillas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Your favorite cheesy, creamy Mexican dish gets some down-home goodness with the addition of ranch dressing mix. Can you say “yum”? —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 13/45 Sweet & Sour Squash Salad 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet & Sour Squash Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This salad goes over really well with all ages, and it’s a good way to

get kids to eat summer squash

get kids to eat summer squash. —Opal Shipman, Levelland, Texas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 241 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 14/45 Breaded Ranch Chicken 87 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Breaded Ranch Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A crunchy coating of cornflakes and Parmesan cheese adds delectable flavor to this zesty ranch chicken. The golden, cheesy ranch chicken is a mainstay dish I can always count on. —Launa Shoemaker, Landrum, South Carolina

Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half: 254 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 959mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein. 15/45 Creamed Potatoes 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved EMILY DAVIS for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These melt-in-your-mouth potatoes, in a mild creamy sauce, complement any meat entree, and they’re a pleasant change from mashed or baked.-Susan Ormond, Jamestown, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 243 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 495mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g

The recipe makes tons and doesn’t involve any cooking

protein. 16/45 Ranch Snack Mix 34 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 15 min Servings 32 servings (6 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a wonderful fast-to-fix munchie. The recipe makes tons and doesn’t involve any cooking. It’s a cinch to package in individual snack bags, it keeps its crunch and it’s a savory alternative to the cakes and pies usually offered at bake sales. —Linda Murphy, Pulaski, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 185 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 357mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g

It’s almost impossible to improve crispy fried chicken

protein. 17/45 Crispy Ranch Fried Chicken 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s almost impossible to improve crispy fried chicken. A sprinkling of ranch dressing mix in the coating makes it happen, though. The empty-in-seconds serving platter is proof. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 18/45 Taco Chili 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hearty Taco Chili Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 30 min Servings 10 servings (2-3/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ranch dressing

mix and taco seasoning give extra special flavor to my hearty chili

mix and taco seasoning give extra special flavor to my hearty chili. Folks will come back for seconds. —Julie Neuhalfen, Glenwood, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 342 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1368mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 9g fiber), 25g protein. 19/45 Parmesan Ranch Popcorn 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Parmesan Ranch Popcorn Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 3-1/2 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Whether you need a quick gift idea or yummy munchies for movie night, we’ve got you covered with this cheesy twist on regular

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