Save money on groceries. When added to vinegar, water, and oil, you get one of the best-tasting homemade instant salad dressings. The dry pectin can be found near the canning supplies in your supermarket.
1 teaspoon, grated and finely chopped
1 teaspoon red bell peppers, finely minced
3/4 teaspoon mccormick lemon pepper
1/8 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt or salt substitute
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons dry pectin
1 pinch ground oregano

To make dressing:

1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup oil
1 Place the carrot and bell pepper on a baking pan in an oven set on 250°F for 45 to 60 minutes, or until all of the small pieces are completely dry, but not browned.
2 Combine the dried carrot and bell pepper with the other ingredients in a small bowl. The mix can be stored in a sealed container indefinitely until needed. When ready to use, pour ¼ cup of vinegar into a cruet or jar.
3 Add 3 tablespoons of water, then add the dressing mix. Seal and shake vigorously. Add ½ cup of oil and shake until well blended