Food Network Names Toby’s Best Ranch for Dipping

Tested by Vince Camillo for Food Network Kitchen | April, 2022

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If we were to ask you what the most popular salad dressing in America is, we’re 99.9% sure your answer would be ranch. The zesty condiment has skyrocketed in popularity and has gained a reputation for its delicious versatility in the kitchen. While you can use it to dress up salads and as a topping for a slice of pizza, ranch dressing can also be used in more creative ways. Not only does it make a yummy marinade for chicken wings, but it also works really well as a crunchy coating for corn on the cob! You can even use it as an ingredient to boost the flavor of a number of baked and fried dishes, like these irresistible Mac and Cheese Balls from Food Network Kitchen. In short, ranch dressing is always a pantry (or refrigerator) must-have, but with so many versions out there, it could be difficult to choose which one is right for you and your tastebuds. For our latest taste test, we sampled 20 bottles of pre-made ranch and creamy ranch dressings, plus a few vegan and dairy-free options. Here are our findings!

The Best for Dipping: Toby’s Ranch Dressing and Dip

This super-thick, refrigerated dressing from Toby’s Family Foods tastes just like fresh herbs have just been chopped and stirred into newly skimmed buttermilk. Almost pudding-like in texture, this dressing would be a showstopper if you served it with a crudité platter or buffalo wings. Though it’s a little too thick to mix with tender salad greens, for snacking purposes it’s a must-buy!