Re: I'm really starting to like this stuff

dsi1 wrote:

On Tue, 22 Apr 2025 4:34:10 +0000, Carol wrote:
 

dsi1 wrote:
 

On Tue, 22 Apr 2025 0:26:00 +0000, Bruce wrote:
 

On Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:08:54 +0000, dsi100@yahoo.com (dsi1)
wrote:
 

On Mon, 21 Apr 2025 23:44:19 +0000, Carol wrote:
 

dsi1 wrote:
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The dirty little secret is that MSG is the main flavor
component of ranch dressing. Without MSG, ranch dressing is
just thinned down mayo.  Americans crave umami - they just
don't realize it.

 
That must be why they eat so many tomatoes.
 

Of course, you never heard it from me.

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Try again.  Mine doesn't have any.  None of my few dressings

do.

 
I don't have to think again. Most people that make their own

ranch >>>> dressing at home wouldn't think of adding MSG to it. The
dirty >>>> little secret applies only to commercial ranch.

 
Walmart to the rescue.
 
 

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<https://www.walmart.com/ip/Great-Value-Classic-Ranch-Dressing-Dip-36-fl-oz/22282307>

A whole list of crap, but also... MSG.
 
 

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https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hidden-Valley-Original-Ranch-Salad-Dressing-and-Topping-16-Ounce-Bottle/10451460

Unspeakable ingredients, but also... MSG.
 
 

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https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ken-s-Steak-House-Ranch-Dressing-Topping-Spread-24-oz/10307551

Various waste products from scientific experiments, but also...
MSG.
 
It's safe to say that dsi1 was correct.

 
The second dirty little secret is not only is MSG in ranch
dressing, it's in there in large amounts. It's quite intense.
It's the reason that people intensely love ranch dressing.
Finally, the story can be told!
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jb6H14gVWjM

 
The 3rd dirty secret is you are an idiot trying to claim nothing
without MSG is worth eating.

 
Obviously, that's not true. My point was that umami is something that
most American cooks are not concerned with and that ranch dressing is
popular because of MSG. Neither of those points have anything to do
with you so there's no need to get all bent out of shape. You don't
got no call to be making nasty personal remarks about someone you
don't know.  You better start using that killfile that you keep
bragging about.

The real answer is some do and some don't use MSG.  "Popular Ranch
Dressing Brands and their MSG Content
Some popular ranch dressing brands and their MSG content are as follows:

Hidden Valley Ranch: Contains MSG in some varieties, but not all
Kraft Ranch Dressing: Contains MSG in some varieties, but not all
Ranch Dressing by Ken’s Steak House: Does not contain MSG
Organic Ranch Dressing by Annie’s Naturals: Does not contain MSG
It is essential to check the ingredient label and look for
certifications like MSG-free or low-MSG to ensure that the product
meets your dietary needs."

And I'm not the one who talks about my killfile.