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August 4, 2014 · 8 Comments

Homemade Coleslaw

Salad Recipes· Summer BBQ's

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This Homemade Coleslaw recipe is creamy,  delicious and so simple to make. A definite crowd pleaser every summer!
a bowl of homemade coleslaw
This Homemade Coleslaw made with cabbage, carrots and a creamy mayonnaise based dressing is easy to make and a must have for any get together. 

This Homemade Coleslaw made with cabbage, carrots and a creamy mayonnaise based dressing is easy to make and a must have for any get together. 

A bowl of coleslaw

While I was in college I was fortunate to land a job at a small Italian deli in NJ. Since Johnson & Wales in Rhode Island was on a trimester schedule, we only went to school Monday-Thursday; leaving a long three day weekend every week.

This made is really easy to come home to work on weekends, earn a little extra cash and see some old friends. At this delis is where I got the recipe and learned how to make this  Homemade Coleslaw.

Homemade Coleslaw | Carrie's Experimental Kitchen

How do you make coleslaw?

For this recipe you'll need white cabbage, shredded carrots, granulated sugar, distilled white vinegar, Kosher salt and black pepper.

Start by thinly slicing the cabbage by using either a very sharp knife or an electric slicer.

I mean super thin. As thin as you can possibly get it. This will help make the coleslaw super creamy! Place the cabbage in a large bowl; then add the carrots. 

Homemade Coleslaw in a white bowl

In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper and whisk until it becomes creamy. Again, I've said it before, but this recipe works best with Hellman's mayonnaise.

It has just the right consistency and doesn't have a "dressing-type" flavor like some other brands have.

Add the mayonnaise mixture to the cabbage and mix together until all of the cabbage is coated. For best results, refrigerate for at least 8 hours, but preferably overnight.

I've been making this Coleslaw recipe for about 30 years and it never disappoints. It's so easy to make and is deliciously creamy every time.~Enjoy!

This Homemade Coleslaw made with cabbage, carrots and a creamy mayonnaise based dressing is easy to make and a must have for any get together. 

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Homemade Coleslaw in a white bowl

Homemade Coleslaw

Carrie's Experimental Kitchen
This Homemade Coleslaw made with cabbage, carrots and a creamy mayonnaise based dressing is easy to make and a must have for any get together. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Resting Time 8 hours hrs
Total Time 8 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
Course Salads
Cuisine American
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head White Cabbage, cored and rinsed
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 2 cup Mayonnaise (I use Hellmann's)
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoons Distilled White Vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Thinly slice the cabbage, put in a large bowl; then add the carrots.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper and whisk until it becomes creamy.
  • Add the mayonnaise mixture to the cabbage and mix together until all of the cabbage is coated. For best results, refrigerate for at least 8 hours, but preferably overnight. Serve chilled.

Notes

*Prep time only takes 20 minutes; however, in order for it to be extra creamy I recommend preparing this salad at least 24 hours in advance.

Nutrition

Calories: 342kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 368mgPotassium: 205mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2257IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Barbara says

    June 19, 2018 at 9:05 am

    This has been my go to coleslaw recipe for a couple of years now, so creamy and delicious!!!! Making to bring to a graduation party can't wait to have some!!!!

    Reply
    • Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says

      June 19, 2018 at 1:45 pm

      I almost bought a head of cabbage myself this morning because it is so creamy. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Beverley says

    August 12, 2014 at 4:54 pm

    Oh yes it always has to be hellman's and thank you for this yummy recipe xoxo

    Reply
    • carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says

      August 13, 2014 at 6:03 am

      You're welcome Beverley, enjoy! xoxo

      Reply
  3. Mary Ann says

    August 04, 2014 at 6:17 am

    Carrie

    Again, I use lemon juice instead of vinegar (not so bitey)

    Recipe just like Grandma Palladino's

    Reply

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