The 1980s Dorito Taco Salad with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing That's Still a Party Favorite
Laura recreates her mom's classic 1980s taco salad using seasoned ground beef, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese, crushed Doritos, and a simple homemade ranch dressing made with buttermilk (plus a DIY buttermilk hack if you're out). The video walks through the full recipe start to finish, with tips on timing so nothing gets soggy before serving.
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🧾 Ingredients
- 11 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 21 packet taco seasoning
- 33/4 cup water
- 41 packet Ranch seasoning mix
- 51 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp white vinegar)
- 6Iceberg lettuce (about 3/4 head)
- 72 tomatoes
- 81.5 to 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 91 bag Doritos
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