The Controversy of Ranch on Pizza: A Cultural Delicacy or a Crime Against Pizza?

In the US, it's pretty normal for children and even some adults to top their cheap pizzas from national takeout chains with ranch dressing. However, this practice is far less common for well-crafted pizzas from home or sit-down family establishments. Is putting ranch on pizza a normal practice, or is it a crime against Italian culinary traditions?

Is Ranch Dressing a Weird Topping?

Presumably, you are asking about ranch dressing rather than 'a ranch' on a pizza. Ranch dressing aficionados might sprinkle all sorts of ranch-related ingredients on their food, but certainly not on pizza. I abstain from such practices, and you might see why it's less common among pizza purists.

A Time-Tested Recipe: Ranch on Pizza at Halls Ferry Elementary School

Back in the day, ranch dressing was a popular addition to pizza day at Halls Ferry Elementary School in Florissant, Missouri. It wasn't easy to control the flow of ranch dressing either; if left unchecked, it would vanish before the first lunch shift was over.

Home-Pizza Extravaganzas: Ranch Dressing on a 16-Inch Pizza

There are no rules when it comes to pizza night at our house. A 16-inch pizza is a canvas for anything goes. If you know of ranch dressing fans, you can count on them sprinkling their preferred toppings on the pizza. After baking, a squirt from a ranch dressing bottle pairs perfectly with freshly micro-greens.

The Power of Perfection: Ranch on Ham and Pineapple Pizza

Oh, how we love ham and pineapple pizza! The rich flavors of pizza sauce, cheese, and more, all united in harmony. Ranch dressing adds the perfect level of flavor that elevates the experience. It's okay, it's pizza, after all. How much would I give for a piece of Pizza Hut's cheese-stuffed crust ham and pineapple pizza on my last meal on death row?!

Cultural Delicacies or Culinary Heresy?

While ranch dressing on pizza may be a cultural delicacy for some, it is categorically a crime against Italian culinary traditions. Different regions and eaters have their preferences, and what works in one might be considered sacrosanct in another. However, for those who love to experiment, there's no limit to what can be done in the name of pizza.