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Basil Buttermilk Dressing

This tangy dressing really livens up a plate of crisp salad greens. It's also great on a baked potato or as a dip.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 cup, or 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

1

small garlic clove

Rounded 1/4 teaspoon salt

2

/3 cup well-shaken buttermilk

1

/3 cup mayonnaise

2

tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Mince garlic and mash to a paste with salt using a large heavy knife.

    Step 2

    Whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, basil, and garlic paste in a small bowl. Chill, covered, 1 hour to allow flavors to develop.