Homemade Ranch Dressing & Dip Mix

This recipe is simple and frugal and is a great way to get started on eating from scratch. And, when used as a dip is a wonderful incentive to get the kids to eat their vegetables. You are already aware of my love for homemade salad dressings, so this version of Ranch Dressing should come as no surprise.  Plus, you can change it up with additional flavors for variety.

We especially like to use this Homemade Ranch Dressing on BLT salad. However, it is something I only make in the summer when the tomatoes are fresh and juicy. Green leaf lettuce topped with garden tomatoes, freshly cooked and crumbled bacon, croutons, and ranch dressing. This is summer goodness on a plate. Too bad, that it is January! 

Homemade Ranch Dressing & Dip Mix

1 tsp. dried parsley

¼ tsp. ground black pepper

1 tsp. salt

½ tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp. onion powder

Add all dry ingredients to a foil packet, tightly seal, and store in a cool dry place.

To prepare: Measure the following ingredients into a bowl along with the dry seasoning mix and whisk together until combined.

2/3 cup sour cream

2/3 cup mayonnaise

2/3 cup butter milk         

Store prepared dressing/dip in the refrigerator for up to five days.

For Salad Dressing: Stir in additional buttermilk until you have achieved the desired consistency.

For Extra Thick Dip: Use a little less buttermilk.

Variations:

For Parmesan Peppercorn Ranch – Add ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese and additional freshly ground black pepper to taste.

For Southwest Ranch – Add 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning.