Ranch Dressing/Dip
1 cup mayonnaise *
1/4 cup buttermilk (more if needed to thin) *
* (for lower fat, use 3/4 cup buttermilk and 1/2 cup mayo)
1 T lemon juice
1 T cider vinegar
1/4 tsp garlic powder (or 2 cloves garlic, minced)
1/2 tsp onion powder (or 2 T fresh minced chives or scallion)
1/4 tsp salt
1 T parsley flakes
Optional add ins:
pinch of dill
chives
1 T coarsely cracked peppercorns (or to taste)
2-3 T fresh grated parmesan
1 T dijon mustard
Combine ingredients, whisk until smooth. Chill before serving.
Note - if using fresh garlic and scallion, shelf life is shorter.