HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING

                    

Everyone loves Ranch style dressing.  I think my kids put it on everything!  Somehow it tastes better when it is homemade, so I hope you enjoy the recipe.

Ingredients:

1 and 2/3 c. buttermilk

2 t. lemon juice

½ c. plus 2 T. plain lowfat yogurt

½ c.  light sour cream

¾ c. plus 2 T. low-fat mayonnaise or olive oil variety

1 ½ t. fresh  parsley

1 t. kosher salt

1 t. black pepper

*Add garlic if you wish

Instructions:

*Combine buttermilk and lemon juice in a mixing bowl; let stand for 10 minutes.

* Slowly blend in yogurt and sour cream.  Let stand for another 10 minutes.

* Add remaining ingredients and mix until well blended.  Pour into jar with a tight-fitting lid.  Shake well before serving.