Italian Dressing Mix

• 1 teaspoon carrot grated and chopped
• 1 teaspoon bell pepper finely minced
• 3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon dried parsley
• kosher salt
• black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic crushed
• 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 pinch ground oregano
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons water

1. Place the carrot and bell pepper on a baking pan in the oven, set on 250 degrees for 45-60 minutes, or until all of the small pieces are completely dry, but not browned.
2. Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. Mix can be stored in a sealed container indefinitely until needed.
3. When ready to use, pour vinegar into a cruet or jar. Add water, then the dressing mix. Seal and shake vigorously. Add olive oil and shake until well-blended.

carrot, bell pepper, lemon pepper, parsley, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic, onion powder, sugar, ground oregano, red wine vinegar, extravirgin olive oil, water

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/Italian-Dressing-Mix-1659517 (may not work)