How Hidden Valley Ranch Became America's Favorite Condiment

The video explores the history and rise of ranch dressing, starting with its creation by Steve Henson during the Great Depression. It details how Henson's unique recipe became a staple at Hidden Valley Ranch, leading to its commercialization and eventual sale to Clorox. The video highlights ranch dressing's cultural impact, its expansion into various products, and its status as America's favorite condiment.

What condiment is described as versatile enough to be used on both pizza and lettuce?

• Ranch dressing

• Ketchup

• Chick-fil-A sauce

• Mustard

Where did Steve Henson develop his unique flavor profile that led to the creation of ranch dressing?

• Nebraska

• Alaska

• Texas

• California

What was the original name of the ranch that Steve and Gale Henson purchased?

• Sweetwater Ranch

• Golden Fields

• Hidden Valley

• Sunny Acres

Which business first sold the Henson family dressing outside of Hidden Valley Ranch?

• Cold Spring Tavern

• Santa Barbara Market

• Alaska Trading Post

• Kelly's Corner

In what year did Steve and Gale Henson sell their business to the Clorox Company?

• 1990

• 1972

• 1965

• 1980

What innovation did Clorox introduce to make ranch dressing more marketable?

• Introducing a spicy variant

• Creating a liquid form

• Adding vinegar

• Using organic ingredients

Which product helped ranch dressing become more than just a salad dressing?

• Ranch ice cream

• Ranch-flavored soda

• Cool Ranch Doritos

• Ranch-flavored popcorn

By what year did ranch dressing surpass Italian dressing as the most popular salad dressing in America?

• 2000

• 1992

• 1985

• 2010

What campaign did Clorox launch in 2012 to promote ranch dressing?

• Ranch Revolution

• Hidden Valley for Everything

• Ranch for All

• Ranch Mania

Which city is home to a popular pizza chain specifically designed for ranch dipping?

• Portland

• Los Angeles

• Chicago

• New York