So, I find myself driving through north Georgia at lunchtime. The best choice is McDonalds - wouldn't consider the lesser choices. I order a cheeseburger, diet coke and side salad. My dressing choices: ranch or ranch.

If the Hidden Valley ads are to be believed, Ranch dressing is a recent phenomenon. And, if the ads are shot anywhere near the real ranch, it's a long way from the south. I'd say it looks more like Montana or Idaho. But, southerners have taken to Ranch dressing like no other geography. In addition to topping salads, it is used on sandwiches, to fill baked potatos, for a dip, and for all I know, as a sunscreen. At 75% fat, it's no surprise. Most people here wouldn't see the produce section of Winn Dixie if they didn't have to pass it on the way to the bacon department.

But, the stuff has no more flavor than mayonaise. Paul Newman should be ashamed of himself. I wouldn't put my name, let alone my likeness on a package of anything so bland. Yet, I'm in the minority here.

How 'bout y'all?