A simple recipe for homemade ranch dressing, emphasizing customization and tasting as you go. It starts with a base of mayo and sour cream, seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, MSG, and fresh herbs, then thinned with buttermilk.
Combine mayo, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh cracked pepper, MSG, parsley, chives, and dill in a bowl. Whisk in buttermilk gradually until you reach your desired consistency. Add salt to taste. Taste as you go and adjust any ingredients as needed; for example, add more garlic powder if you prefer, or omit dill if you don't like it.