Ranch Dressing Mix

I love ranch dressing, but I don't really like store-bought dressings with all their preservatives so I was determined to find one I could make and know exactly what is in it.

This has many ingredients you may already have in your spice rack, if not they are readily available at most grocery stores.

This recipe is for the seasoning mix, so you can make it and store it, and just make up a small amount using the fresh ingredients when you need it.

Bare in mind that this is fresh ranch dressing, so it does not taste exactly the same as any store bought ranch.......preservatives do change the taste!  However, this is fresh and you know exactly what is in it! 

Ingredients:

Yield: 1 cup

1/3 cup dry buttermilk (optional)
2 Tbsp. dried parsley
1/2 tsp. dried dill weed
2 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. onion powder
2 tsp. dried onion flakes
1 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tsp. dried chives
1 tsp. salt

Directions:

Mix all ingredients in a bowl. 

For a more creamy ranch dressing, add the dry buttermilk.

For a finely-ground seasoning mix:

Grind the mixture in a food processor/mixer until it reaches your desired consistency.

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

To Make Ranch Dressing: 

Combine 1 Tbsp. seasoning mix with 1/3 cup mayonnaise and 1/4 cup milk, and whisk to combine. 

You can also substitute plain yogurt or sour cream for the mayonnaise.

Adapted from: www.gimmesomeoven.com