Recipe: Olive Dip (using cream cheese and ranch dressing mix)

OLIVE DIP

1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup Miracle Whip Salad Dressing (or mayonnaise)
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 of a packet Ranch Dressing mix
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped green, stuffed olives
fresh vegetables cut for dipping or party crackers (for serving)

Beat cheese until smooth. Add next five ingredients and beat until smooth.

Stir in olives. Cover and refrigerate a couple of hours to blend flavors.

Serve with fresh vegetables or party crackers.

Source: Helen Anderson to Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer, March 26, 2000