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creamy cole slaw recipe

Recipe by
Donna Cochran
Spartanburg, SC

In true country cooking fashion, this is a recipe where one must taste as she goes, adding a little more of this or that as needed. If you like your slaw on the sweet side, add more sugar. Like it tart? Use less sugar and more vinegar.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For creamy cole slaw recipe

  • 1/2
    head cabbage, finely grated
  • 4 Tbsp
    sugar (or to taste)
  • 3 Tbsp
    apple cider vinegar (or to taste)
  • 2-4 Tbsp
    mayonnaise
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • pinch of celery seed, optional
  • 1/4 c
    carrot, grated, optional

How To Make creamy cole slaw recipe

  • 1
    In a large bowl, whisk sugar and vinegar together until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add mayo and blend dressing until it is smooth and creamy.
  • 2
    About 30 minutes before serving, add your cabbage and carrots (if used)- (this is not an overnight slaw). Mix well to coat and season with salt, pepper and celery seed, if desired.
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