ITALIAN DRESSING MIX

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons celery seed
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning blend
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper.

Details

Adapted from webmailb.netzero.net

Preparation

Step 1

Mix ingredients in a medium bowl and stir well to blend. Store mix in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Will keep for several months.

Three ways to use:

Italian Dressing:
2 tablespoons Italian Dressing Mix, 2 tablespoons water or white wine, 1/3 cup red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil. Combine ingredients in a glass jar with screw top lid. Shake vigorously to combine.

Creamy Italian Dressing:
1 tablespoon Italian Dressing Mix, 1/4 cup mayonnaise or plain yogurt, 1 tablespoon water. Combine ingredients in a small bowl and blend thoroughly with a wire whisk until blended.

Creamy Italian Dip:
2 tablespoons Italian Dressing Mix, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, sour cream, or plain yogurt and 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard. Combine ingredients in a small bowl and blend thoroughly with a wire whisk until blended. Serve with baby carrots, celery sticks, red pepper strips, tortilla chips and potato chips.