Demand spread, and within a few years the Hensons were selling envelopes of the seasoning ... ranch remains the most popular salad dressing in the U.S., beloved by 40% of Americans.

Some close to it say it's Southwest Virginia's best kept secret. Chef G.W. Clisso Salad Dressings started with three employees and now has ten, producing thousands of bottles of salad dressing a week.