How to Make Coleslaw

Coleslaw is great as a side dish or on a hot dog or with barbecue or on a sandwich. Why not add coleslaw to your next picnic or luncheon menu? Some people avoid making coleslaw because they don't have a food processor and it seems like a lot of work to chop the cabbage. However, there are now pre-chopped coleslaw veggies in bags available in the produce section at the grocery store. Follow the directions for using the pre-chopped coleslaw mix and also the directions for the traditional method using a head of cabbage and other ingredients. Try it. It’s easier than you think!

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Large mixing bowl
• Large mixing spoon
• Liquid and dry measuring cups.
• Measuring spoons.
• Large chopping knife or food processor (if using head of cabbage method)
• Ingredients:
• Pre-chopped bag of coleslaw vegetables, available in the produce section of the grocery store
• ¾ cup sugar
• ¼ cup vinegar
• ¾ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup sour cream

Using Pre-Cut Cabbage

1. Pour sugar, vinegar, mayonnaise, and sour cream into mixing bowl. Stir until blended and smooth. Carefully pour in bag of coleslaw and still until coated. Cover and chill for at least 4-6 hours. Stir before serving. Serves 8.
2. Making tradition coleslaw is a little more time-consuming. Use the following ingredients: 1 medium head of cabbage; ½ - 1 cup grated carrots; ½ cup chopped red or green pepper (optional); ¾ cup sugar; ¼ cup vinegar; ¾ cup mayonnaise and ½ cup sour creamRemove core from cabbage head. Wash cabbage and dry thoroughly. Remove damaged or limp outer leaves. Shred or chop cabbage into small pieces. Set aside. Pour sugar, vinegar, mayonnaise, and sour cream into mixing bowl. Stir till blended and smooth. Carefully stir in cabbage and vegetables; stir till coated. Cover and chill at least 4-6 hours. Stir before serving. Serves 8.
3. Add additional spices to suit your taste. Sour cream may be deleted if desired.