USDA School Lunch Ranch Dressing

USDA School Lunch Ranch Dressing

Makes about 3 cups

1 1/2 cups + 2 Tbsp Buttermilk
2 tsp Lemon juice
1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp (5 oz ) Plain lowfat yogurt
1/4 cup Sour cream
3/4 cup + 1 Tbsp (6 1/2 oz ) Lowfat mayonnaise
1 Tbsp Onion powder
1 Tbsp Garlic powder
1/4 tsp Ground black or white pepper
1/2 tsp Dried chives
1 1/2 tsp Dried parsley
1 tsp Salt

  1. Combine buttermilk and lemon juice in a mixing bowl.
    Allow mixture to rest for 10 minutes.

  2. Using a paddle attachment, blend in the yogurt and
    sour cream. Let mixture rest for 5 more minutes.

  3. Add rest of ingredients to mixture in mixing bowl.
    Mix on low speed for 2 to 3 minutes until blended.

  4. Chill at least 12 hours before serving to allow to thicken.

SERVING: 2 tablespoons (1-oz ladle)

YIELD: 25 Servings: 1 lb 10 oz

VOLUME: 25 Servings: 3 cups

Source: USDA 1999 Child Care Recipes