Italian Dressing Mix

Do you ever wonder what are really in those handy mixes at the grocery store?  You would have to have a chemistry degree to know all the real ingredients!  Why not make your own mixes.  I make my own taco seasoning mix and this mix as well.  It tastes great and you know what is in there!!  Be sure to store in an air tight container.  I also cut out the recipe and tape to a ziplock bag and store the jar inside so I don't have to look up the directions to mix the dressing!

Italian Dressing Mix:

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoon oregano
• 1 tablespoon parsley (dried)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 ½ tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1/4 teaspoon thyme

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients together and store in air-tight container.

For Italian Salad Dressing:  

1. Mix 2 tablespoons of this mix with 1/4 cup vinegar, 2 tablespoons of water and 1/2 cup of olive oil.  
2. Whisk to blend.