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Old Fashioned Coleslaw Recipe Creamy Southern Style for Easy Dinners

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A classic creamy southern style coleslaw with a perfect balance of tang, crunch, and creaminess, ideal for easy weeknight dinners and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 pounds / 900g), shredded fresh
  • 2 large carrots (about 150g), peeled and shredded
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (120ml), good-quality like Duke’s or Hellmann’s
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (30ml)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25g)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (5g)
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (start with ½ teaspoon salt)

Instructions

  1. Prep your veggies (10 minutes): Shred the cabbage finely but not too thin. Peel and grate the carrots into thin ribbons. Rinse the cabbage and spin dry thoroughly or pat with towels to remove excess water.
  2. Mix the dressing (5 minutes): In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, celery seed, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  3. Toss the slaw (3 minutes): Pour the dressing over the shredded cabbage and carrots. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to toss gently but thoroughly until every bit of cabbage is coated and the slaw looks creamy.
  4. Chill for at least 1 hour (minimum): Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and cabbage to soften slightly while remaining crisp.

Notes

Dry the cabbage thoroughly to prevent watery dressing and soggy slaw. The coleslaw tastes better after chilling overnight. Adjust sweetness and tang by tweaking sugar and vinegar amounts. Celery seed is essential for authentic southern flavor. Use fresh veggies for best crunch. Not recommended to freeze or reheat.

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Keywords: coleslaw, old fashioned coleslaw, southern coleslaw, creamy coleslaw, easy dinner side, cabbage salad, southern style, picnic side dish

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