Americans have a long history of using dressing to enhance salads, dating back to the ancient Babylonians who utilized a simple oil and vinegar mix. In recent years, ranch dressing has emerged as the top-selling variety in the U.S., surpassing Italian dressing in 1992. A recent Kraft sales report indicated ranch is preferred by 143.21 million Americans and dominates in 13 states, primarily in the Midwest and South. The dressing originated from a blend of herbs and buttermilk created by Steve Henson in the 20th century.
Ranch dressing, originally created in the mid-20th century by Steve Henson, officially replaced Italian as the top-selling dressing in the U.S. in 1992.
143.21 million Americans named ranch as their favorite dressing, solidifying its status as the top-selling variety in the country.
The origins of popular ranch dressing brands like Wish-Bone and Ken’s Steak House trace back to stateside restaurants, not Italy.
Ranch dressing controls the market in 13 states, particularly in the Midwest and South, joined by the unexpected contender, Catalina.
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