Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix

1 1/2 T. dried parsley
1/2 T. dried chives
1/4 T. dried tarragon
1/2 T. lemon pepper
1 T. salt
1/4 T. oregano
1/2 T. garlic powder

In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients. Store in a small airtight sandwich bag.

Label the bag as follows:

Ranch Dressing

1/2 C. mayonnaise
1/2 C. buttermilk
1 T. Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix

In a large bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk and dressing & dip mix. Refrigerate for one hour before serving.

Makes 1 cup

Ranch Dip

2 T. Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix
1 C. mayonnaise or low-fat mayo
1 C. sour cream or low-fat yogurt

Combine the Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix with mayonnaise and sour cream.

Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving with raw vegetables, or as a topping for baked potatoes.

Fill a large mason jar with any type of snacks for dipping (small snack crackers, pretzels, breadsticks, etc.). Attach package of dip mix to jar and decorate for gift-giving.

Makes 2 cups