Homemade Ranch Dressing

Description
A garlicky homemade ranch built from mayo, sour cream, herbs, and enough buttermilk to loosen it.

Ingredients

• 1 to 2 cloves garlic
• Salt, to taste
• 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Buttermilk as needed
• White vinegar, Worcestershire, fresh dill, cayenne, paprika, oregano, or Tabasco as desired

Instructions

1. Mince the garlic and mash it with a little salt into a paste.
2. Finely chop the parsley, chives, and any optional herbs and combine them with the garlic.
3. Stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and herb mixture.
4. Add buttermilk until it reaches the consistency you want.
5. Season with any optional ingredients to taste.
6. Chill for a couple of hours before serving.