Ranch Seasoning Mix

Ditch the packets and make your own homemade ranch dressing mix without all the salt and MSG. Buttermilk powder, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, dill, salt and pepper. Adds great flavour to dips, dressings and casseroles. The mix will keep for about 2 months in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

½ cup buttermilk powder
2 Tbsp. dried parsley
1 tsp. dried dill
1 Tbsp. onion powder
2 tsp. onion flakes
1½ tsp. garlic powder
¾ tsp. sea salt
½ tsp. black pepper, freshly ground
2 tsp. dried chives

Combine all ingredients and mix well. Place in an airtight container and store up to 6 months.

To Make Dressing:
Whisk together 3 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix, ½ cup mayonnaise, ½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt) and ¾ cup buttermilk or milk. Stir until well combined and refrigerate at least 20 minutes before serving.

To Make Dip:
Combine 2 Tbsp. ranch seasoning mix, with ½ cup mayonnaise and ½ cup sour cream. Add up to ½ cup buttermilk or milk to reach desired consistency. Stir well and refrigerate at least 20 minutes before serving.

To Replace 1 Envelope Ranch Dressing Mix:
Use 2 Tbsp. ranch seasoning mix in place of 1 packet of ranch mix.

Makes 6 servings or ½ cup of mix.

Cook's Notes:

• The main ingredient in the mix is dry buttermilk powder. I used Saco buttermilk powder. It should be in the baking aisle near the powdered milk at the grocery store.
• This recipe is the equivalent of about 4 packets of dressing packets. Store the dressing mix in the refrigerator. It will keep for about 2 months in an airtight container. I use a mason jar to store the dry mix.
• For a finer seasoning mix, place all of the ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth.
• Can substitute fresh spices for the dried herbs in the mix. You must triple the amount of dried herbs if using fresh herbs.
• The prepared dressing will keep for about 5 days in the refrigerator in a sealed jar.