Ranch potatoes can be boiled, roasted, fried or baked and coated in ranch dressing. They can be made into various dishes such as ranch wedge potatoes, potato casserole, potato salad, bacon ranch potatoes, ranch mashed potatoes, cheesy ranch potatoes, and ranch chips.
Ranch potatoes are made from red or white potatoes and can be boiled, roasted, fried or baked. Before or after the cooking process, the potatoes will be coated in ranch dressing. The ranch flavoring can come from bottled dressing or made from scratch, often with buttermilk, mayonnaise, and garlic.
People often experiment with preparing ranch potatoes in many ways, from appetizers to dinner to sides to snacks. Ranch wedge potatoes are an alternative to french fries and are made by cutting large potatoes into small wedges. Coating potato wedges with olive oil and ranch dressing is the typical way to prepare this recipe. Potato wedges can be baked, usually on a baking sheet.
Another variation known as potato casserole can also be made with ranch dressing or ranch dressing. This dish is often referred to as ranch potato casserole. Herbs and spices can be added to the casserole, along with onions, carrots or corn. Other favorites include the ham and potato casserole topped with ranch dressing.
A popular side dish commonly known as potato salad can be made with ranch dressing or ranch dressing. This recipe is called ranch potato salad and is made with diced potatoes, ranch dressing, and fresh dill. Unlike other potato dishes that are served hot, potato ranch salad is traditionally served cold.
Ranch potatoes can also be made with bacon bits for a crunchy texture and flavor. As an alternative to bacon bits, crumbled bacon bits that have been cooked and drained can be used for this recipe. This bacon ranch potato recipe is typically made in a covered saucepan.
Commonly prepared as a side dish, ranch mashed potatoes are a twist on traditional mashed potatoes. Some like to add ranch dressing, onions, or cottage cheese to mashed potatoes. For a simple alternative, some cooks add nothing but ranch dressing to mashed potatoes.
Cheesy ranch potatoes are often roasted or baked as a main appetizer. Red or white potatoes are prepared with dressing or ranch dressing, as well as shredded cheddar cheese. Additionally, garlic, onion, and pepper can also be used to make cheesy ranch potatoes.
Not all ranch potatoes are served as an appetizer or side dish. A snack known as ranch chips are commonly sold in bags. Ranch fries are made by slicing potatoes into wafer thin pieces and frying them in oil before adding ranch dressing.
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