6 pounds imitation crabmeat, flaked 3 cups finely chopped celery, or more to taste 3 cups reduced-fat ranch dressing (such as Hidden Valley Ranch(R) LIght) 2 cups mayonnaise (such as Hellmann's(R)/Best Foods(R)) 1/4 cup and 2 tablespoons white sugar 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Gently mix flaked imitation crab, celery, ranch dressing, mayonnaise, sugar, and parsley in a salad bowl until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally. Stir again just before serving.