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Salad Dressing
Home-Style Dressing Mix (Just like famous dressing)

2 teaspoon instant minced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon of MSG, if desired

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until evenly distributed.  Put mixture in a foil packet or 1-pint glass jar.  Label.  Store in a cool, dry place.  Use within 6 months.  Makes about 2 tablespoons of Home-Style Dressing Mix, enough for 2 cups Home-Style Dressing.

Home-Style Dressing

1 recipe Home-Style Dressing mix
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup buttermilk

Combine ingredients in a glass jar.  Shake until well-blended.  Chill before serving.  Makes about 2 cups Home-Style Dressing.

Variations:  Substitute 1 cup sour cream for buttermilk and use as a dip for fresh vegetables.

Miracle Whip

3/4 cup cooking oil                                  2/3 cup flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice                           1 cup water
2/3 cup sugar                                          1/2 cup vinegar
2 teaspoon dry mustard
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Beat water and egg thoroughly wth beater.  Set aside.  Cook the following in a one quart saucepan: 2/3 cup flour, 1 cup water and 1/2 cup vinegar.  Bring to a boil, then blend in the other ingredients.  Beat until smooth and refrigerate.  Good on sandwiches.


Renee Zamora