Find Recipes Instantly! (Type the Recipe name or any Ingredient) Home-Style Dressing Mix 4 T. instant minced onion 2 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. garlic powder 3 tsp. MSG 6 T. parsley flakes Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until evenly distributed. Put mixture in a foil packet or pint glass jar. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. To use, mix together 2 tablespoons Home-Style Dressing Mix, 1 cup mayonnaise and 1 cup buttermilk. Ranch Dressing Mix 15 saltine crackers 1 C. dry parsley 1/2 C. dry onions 2 T. thyme 1/2 tsp. garlic salt 1/2 tsp. onion salt 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. onion powder Whirl in blender until crumbs are very small. Store in an airtight container. It will keep for 1 year. To use, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup buttermilk and 1 tablespoon Ranch Dressing Mix.