Classic Ranch Dressing

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Ingredients

FOR THE SEASONING MIX

  • 1½teaspoons dried chives
  • 1teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1teaspoon dried dill
  • 1tablespoon onion powder
  • 1teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1teaspoon salt
  • ¼teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
  • 2tablespoons buttermilk powder (optional)

FOR EACH CUP OF DRESSING

  • ½cup chilled sour cream or mayonnaise
  • ½cup chilled buttermilk
  • Salt, to taste
Body

Step 1

For the seasoning mix: In a bowl, whisk all the ingredients together. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until ready to use; it will keep indefinitely.

Step 2

To make 1 cup dressing: In a medium bowl, place 1 tablespoon seasoning mix. Add sour cream and buttermilk and whisk together until smooth. Taste and add salt if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 2 days (or up to 2 weeks if made with mayonnaise).