Two essential homemade recipes: a rich and creamy mayonnaise and a fresh, herb-packed ranch dressing, perfect for enhancing sandwiches, salads, or as a flavorful dip. These dressings are featured as key components for a Steak Bacon Ranch Sandwich.
**For the Mayo:** Whisk together 2 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, a small pinch of salt, a tiny squeeze of lemon, and half a tablespoon Dijon mustard in a jar or cup. Slowly add 1.25 cups of neutral oil to the mixture. If you’re using an immersion blender, you can add the oil all at once and then blend. If you’re whisking by hand, add the oil a little bit at a time while continuously whisking. Continue blending or whisking until you have a thick and creamy mayo.
**For the Ranch:** Finely chop 1.5 tablespoons each of chives, dill, and parsley. In a separate bowl, whisk together a cup of the homemade mayo you just made, the chopped herbs, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, and half a tablespoon onion powder. Add 2 teaspoons lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the mixture, adjusting to taste. Gradually whisk in half a cup of buttermilk. Continue whisking until the ranch is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Remember to refrigerate these sauces and use them within a week for the best flavor!
