17 *OMG* Cool Ranch Recipes You’ve NEVER Even Heard Of

We LOVE Doritos in all forms — even the creepy Halloween ones. But we know everyone’s fave flave is still the throwback Cool Ranch Doritos that never fail to satisfy, with just the right blend of cheesy-peppery-garlicky goodness. Since *Cool Ranch* first launched as a flavor in a buttermilk salad dressing by Hidden Valley Ranch back in 1949, it’s been a go-to of foodies everywhere. Toss it in anything from yummy bar foods to game-day queso dips to every night casserole dishes and it’s guaranteed to take the flavor quotient up a notch. Here are 17 mouthwatering ranch recipes you haven’t tasted yet.

Barbecue Chickpea Socca Salad Pizza With Vegan Ranch

This healthy socca salad pizza has all the satisfying yum of a BBQ-ranch pizza, but it’s healthy. Take that, you takeout cravings! (via Loveleaf Co.)

Battered Cheese

These cheese curds fried in a delicate tempura are like gooey little pillows of yumminess. But it’s the drizzle of buttermilk ranch dressing that makes them a flavor bomb. (via Little Rusted Ladle)

Easy Garlic Cheese Bombs Recipe

This easy pull-apart bread is just oozing with garlicky ranch-flavored cheese. One bite, and you’re in garlic-bread nirvana. (via Crunchy Creamy Sweet)

Homemade Cool Ranch Doritos

If you thought your Cool Ranch days were over now that you’re a snack-aisle avoiding adult, get ready for a comeback. You can whip up this homemade version using pantry items you probably already have on hand. (via The Cookie Rookie)

Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tacos

Set aside that same ol’ same ol’ jar of On the Border and instead think creamy, white ranch dressing for a crazy good taco-sauce twist. Bookmark this recipe for your next Taco Tuesday and everyone at the table will be so impressed. (via Creme de la Crumb)

6. BBQ Chickpea and Crispy Polenta Bowls With Asparagus + Ranch Hummus: You’re looking at one giant bowl of good health here. Yummy ranch hummus adds the perfect bit of coolness to temper the cajun BBQ seasonings. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Bacon Ranch Green Beans

You know everyone’s fave green bean casserole made with mystery cans of soup? This recipe is like that, only better. It has all the same French-onion crunchiness you love, without burying the fresh green bean flavor. (via Dinner at the Zoo)

Hot and Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwiches

If you love spicy fried chicken, this is your jam. The sour cream ranch sauce brings the heat down just right. (via The Flavor Bender)

Parmesan Ranch Roasted Chickpeas

This one’s for the grazers in the house! When you’ve got perfectly seasoned roasted chickpeas on hand, you’ve got a healthy — and tasty — snack at the ready. (via Jennifer Meyering)

Baked Mississippi Roast Party Sandwiches

This recipe takes everyone’s fave ranch-infused Mississippi pot roast and breaks it down into bite-size sliders. Bring this to your next gathering and you’re sure to be everyone’s BFF. (via Fox Valley Foodie)

Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Light, fluffy pizza dough meets vinegary, spicy Buffalo sauce meets creamy, garlicky ranch sauce. This deep dish pizza is a triple threat. (via PerfectLeeHungry)

Ranch Hasselback Potato Casserole

When crispy-crunchy potatoes get covered in a creamy, cheesy sauce, you know you’re in for a taste treat. Just like French fries, you can serve this up as a side dish or enjoy it as a tasty snack. (via Goodie Godmother)

Bacon Wrapped Buffalo Ranch Chicken Meatloaf

This bacon-wrapped chicken meatloaf is Paleo and Whole30 compliant. It’s so easy to make and economical, because meatloaf always stretches a food budget. (via The Paleo Running Momma)

One Pot Chipotle Ranch Chicken Pasta

Ranch mix and yogurt combine to make a super-creamy, garlicky sauce that rivals everyone’s fave Alfredo — but without all the fat. This one-pot recipe will be your new go-to on nights when you get home late from work. (via Katie’s Cucina)

Loaded Ranch Mashed Potatoes

Oh, em, gee — it’s everyone’s fave mashed taters all dressed up with ranch seasonings, cheese and bacon. Few dishes are so easy to make and yet SOOOOOO very satisfying. (via Food Lovin’ Family)

Bacon Ranch and White Cheddar Pizza With New York Style Crust

This thin-crust pizza reheats so well the next day, you may want to double up the batch. Leftovers = lifesaver, amiright? (via Gringalicious)

Buffalo Chicken Sliders

These sliders are the ultimate party food for your next sports event or TV viewing party. The recipe can easily be doubled, tripled or quadrupled for large-batch oven-tray cooking. PAR-TAY people for the win! (via A Flavor Journal)