JALAPENO RANCH DRESSING

JALAPENO RANCH DRESSING Serves: About 3 cups 1 large jalapeno pepper, diced (See Cook's note) 1-2 Tbsp roughly chopped pickled jalapeno slices (Adjust to your taste) 2 medium garlic cloves 2 Tbsp roughly chopped sweet onion 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1½ cup real mayonnaise 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup sour cream ⅓ cup fresh cilantro leaves, loosely packed 1½ tsp garlic salt 1 tsp onion powder ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp sugar ¼ tsp lemon pepper In a food processor or stand blender, roughly chop the jalapeno pepper, pickled jalapenos, garlic cloves, chopped onion and lime juice. Add the mayonnaise, buttermilk, sour cream, cilantro, garlic salt, onion powder, garlic powder, sugar and lemon pepper. Process until fully combined. Pour into a mason jar and chill overnight. Shake well before serving, Use within 7 days of making. NOTES To adjust the heat, when chopping the raw jalapeno, leave the seeds to add more spice or remove with a spoon for a milder taste.