cucumber sandwich recipe with hidden valley ranch

Certainly! Here’s a refreshing cucumber sandwich recipe with a twist of Hidden Valley Ranch:

Hidden Valley Ranch Cucumber Sandwiches

Ingredients:

• 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
• 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or your choice)
• 1/2 cup Hidden Valley Ranch dressing
• 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional: fresh dill or chives for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix together the Hidden Valley Ranch dressing and softened cream cheese until smooth and well combined.
2. Lay out the slices of bread on a clean surface.
3. Spread a generous layer of the Hidden Valley Ranch cream cheese mixture onto each slice of bread.
4. Arrange the thinly sliced cucumber evenly over the spread on half of the bread slices. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Top each cucumber-covered slice with another slice of bread, ranch side down, to create sandwiches.
6. If desired, trim off the crusts of the sandwiches and cut them into halves or quarters for serving.
7. Garnish with fresh dill or chives, if using.
8. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

These Hidden Valley Ranch cucumber sandwiches are perfect for picnics, brunches, or as a light lunch option. The creamy ranch flavor pairs wonderfully with the crisp freshness of the cucumbers. Enjoy!

Here’s a delicious cucumber sandwich recipe featuring Hidden Valley Ranch:

Ingredients:

• 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• ½ cup mayonnaise (light or full-fat, depending on your preference)
• 1 (1 oz.) packet Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix (dry, not prepared)
• Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
• 1 loaf of your favorite bread, thinly sliced (white, wheat, pumpernickel, or rye all work well)
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• Fresh dill for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix, and a pinch of black pepper (if using). Mix until well combined and spreadable.
2. Spread the ranch cream cheese mixture on one slice of bread.
3. Arrange cucumber slices on top of the spread, making sure to cover the entire bread slice (overlapping slightly is okay).
4. Top with another slice of bread. Repeat with remaining bread slices and cucumber.
5. Cut the sandwiches in half (diagonally or straight across) for easier eating.
6. Garnish with a sprig of fresh dill (optional) and serve immediately.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, use whipped cream cheese instead of regular cream cheese.
• If the cucumber slices are very wet, pat them dry with a paper towel before assembling the sandwiches to prevent them from getting soggy.
• You can add other thinly sliced vegetables to the sandwich, such as red onion or bell peppers.
• If you don’t have fresh dill, you can use dried dill weed instead (about ½ teaspoon).
• To prevent the bread from drying out, wrap the assembled sandwiches tightly in plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container before refrigerating for up to 2 hours.

hidden valley restaurant style ranch recipe ## Hidden Valley Restaurant-Style Ranch Dressing (Copycat Recipe)

This recipe aims to replicate the creamy, tangy flavor of Hidden Valley Ranch dressing served in restaurants.

**Ingredients:**

1. * 1 cup mayonnaise
2. * 1 cup sour cream
3. * 1 cup buttermilk
4. * 1 packet (1 ounce) Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix
5. * 1 tablespoon dried parsley
6. * 1 teaspoon dried dill
7. * 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
8. * 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
9. * 1/4 teaspoon salt
10. * 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

**Instructions:**

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
2. Add the Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix, parsley, dill, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to blend.
4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
5. Serve with your favorite salad, vegetables, or as a dipping sauce.

**Tips:**

1. * For a thicker dressing, use less buttermilk or drain some of the liquid from the sour cream.
2. * For a thinner dressing, add more buttermilk, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
3. * If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
4. * Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other herbs and spices, such as chives, basil, or oregano.
5. **Additional notes:**
6. * This recipe is a copycat version and may not be exactly the same as the Hidden Valley Ranch dressing served in restaurants.
7. * The restaurant version may contain additional ingredients or use different proportions.

Enjoy your homemade restaurant-style ranch dressing!