Ranch dressing

Summer is finally here in Minnesota!!  We are in the 80's.  The hummingbirds are back and it is time to plant the gardens.  I love having fresh garden salads during the summer when garden fresh vegetables are available. And a fresh garden salad demands a fresh salad dressing.  Today I will give you the recipe for Ranch dressing and then tomorrow a French dressing.

Ranch Dressing

2 c. mayonnaise (do not use salad dressing)

2 c. buttermilk

1½ t. parsley

1 t. onion powder

1 t. garlic powder

1 t. minced garlic

1/8 t. pepper

1 t. salt             

Using a wire whip, mix ingredients together well.  Refrigate for about 2 hours before serving.  This dressing is

good for a vegetable dip.  Also a dip for french fries, to top baked potatoes, or add into potatoes when you are making whipped potatoes.   

Yield:  1 qt.