Hacienda Dressing Mix

Hacienda Dressing Mix - Makes almost 1/2 cup

Gooseberry Patch Dinners on a Dime

3 Tbsp. dried, minced onion

1 Tbsp. dried parsley

2 1/2 tsp. paprika

2 tsp. sugar

2 tsp. salt

2 tsp. pepper

1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Combine all ingredients and store in an airtight container. Use 3 Tbsp. mix when a 1-oz. pkg of ranch salad dressing is called for.

Sour Cream Dip:

Combine one Tbsp. of dressing mix with one cup of sour cream. Chill for one hour before serving.

Buttermilk Ranch Dressing:

Mix 1/2 cup of mayonnaise with 1/2 cup of buttermilk. Whisk in 1/2 Tbsp. of dressing mix. Chill for one hour before serving.