Buttermilk

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Ricotta-Nutmeg Pancakes

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Ingredients

6 eggs
Sauce (Recipe follows)
24 lemon slices
12 Mint sprigs
1 Pound 8 oz. (2-3/4 cups) california ricotta cheese
4 Cup Buttermilk
4 Ounce butter, melted
1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
3 Pound (6 cups) flour
2 Ounce (3 tbsp.) sugar
2 Tablespoon baking powder
1 Tablespoon baking soda
Tablespoon salt
Teaspoon or to taste ground nutmeg

Herbed Buttermilk, Garlic and Parmesan Dressing

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Ingredients

1⁄4 Cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 Tablespoon fat free mayonnaise
2 Teaspoon whole grain dijon mustard
1⁄2 Cup low fat buttermilk
2 Tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 Tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 clove fresh garlic, minced