There’s a lot to like about ranch — it’s creamy, tangy, and versatile, for starters. This wealthy and down-to-earth condiment is sufficient to contact any stereotypical Midwesterner’s coronary heart, myself included. Generally, although, I have to admit that the buttermilk dip does get a bit boring. 

Fortuitously, Hidden Valley Ranch is spicing issues up with 5 new sauces and two seasonings to its lineup this spring — and every one guarantees to offer a recent tackle the traditional condiment. From a smoked chipotle dip to a garlic-forward sauce, this can be ranch like we’ve by no means skilled earlier than. Moreover, there’s a burst of taste coming for individuals who can’t reside with out this tangy condiment 

As for the brand new merchandise, right here’s the whole lot we all know: First up is the oh-so-polarizing Blue Cheese Ranch, which the model calls the “final condiment for wing dipping.” (We’ll allow you to be the decide.) In the meantime, a smoky Cajun Blackened Ranch joins the lineup to accompany all of your air-fried rooster nuggets, whereas Cilantro Lime Ranch provides a contact of creamy Midwestern allure to Tex-Mex staples. The brand new Cracked Pepper Ranch reads a bit extra upscale, whereas Candy BBQ Ranch someway combines two high condiments into one smoky delight.

All the brand new flavors are packaged in Hidden Valley’s redesigned “simple squeeze” bottle, which the corporate claims can scale back waste and management mess. Past that, packets of Garlic Ranch Seasoning and Creamy Jalapeño Ranch Seasoning can be hitting retailer cabinets. I’m keen on sprinkling these versatile packets over heat pretzels, nevertheless it’s solely as much as your discretion. 

The entire new sauces and seasonings can be heading to grocery shops nationwide, however there are a couple of stipulations: Cajun Blackened Ranch will solely be accessible at Kroger, whereas a handful of others (Blue Cheese Ranch, Candy BBQ Ranch, and Cracked Pepper Ranch) are solely going to Walmart cabinets. 

In want of inspiration to completely recognize Hidden Valley’s newest launch? The model suggests drizzling its creamy ranch over pizza or wings — a press release that’s positive to disturb all these pizza purists on the market. Our apologies upfront:

“We’re so excited to current these new twists on Hidden Valley Ranch condiments and seasoning,” CC Ciafone, advertising and marketing director at Hidden Valley Ranch, explains in a press release. “Our latest taste creations replicate our ongoing dedication to offering the scrumptious, crave-worthy ranch taste that our prospects love.”