Authentic Mid-Century Ranch Recipe

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Combine the dry spices: In a small bowl, mix together the parsley, dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 2

Whisk the base: In a medium bowl or a pint-sized Mason jar, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, sour cream, and lemon juice until smooth.

Step 3

Blend: Stir the spice mixture into the wet dairy base until thoroughly incorporated.

Step 4

The Critical Step (Resting): Cover and place the dressing in the refrigerator for at least 30 to 60 minutes before serving. This allows the dried herbs to rehydrate and the garlic and onion powders to fully bloom and marry into the cream base.

Step 5

Adjust: Taste and add a splash more buttermilk if you prefer a thinner, pourable salad dressing, or keep it thick if you are using it as a vegetable and steak dip.