Classic Ranch Dressing

By mirelsonp

Recipe source: NY Times Cooking

Ingredients

• FOR THE SEASONING MIX:
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried chives
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
• 2 tablespoons buttermilk powder (optional)
• FOR EACH CUP OF DRESSING:
• ½ cup chilled sour cream or mayonnaise
• ½ cup chilled buttermilk
• Salt, to taste

Preparation

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.
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).