Mama'S Coleslaw! From Sweet Tea & Cornbread Recipe

Name: Mama'S Coleslaw! From Sweet Tea & Cornbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups cabbage, shredded (can use a bag of coleslaw mix from the produce section); 1 red apple, unpeeled and diced small (optional); 1/2 cup carrot, shredded; 1/4 cup sweet onion, chopped fine; Dressing; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup vinegar (apple cider vinegar or white vinegar either one works); 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons honey mustard (prepared dressing or just the prepared honey mustard dipping sauce or sandwich spread); 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard

Servings: persons

6 cups cabbage, shredded (can use a bag of coleslaw mix from the produce section)
1 red apple, unpeeled and diced small (optional)
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
1/4 cup sweet onion, chopped fine
Dressing
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup vinegar (apple cider vinegar or white vinegar either one works)
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons honey mustard (prepared dressing or just the prepared honey mustard dipping sauce or sandwich spread)
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard

1
Mix cabbage, apple, carrot and onion in a large mixing bowl. The apple is optional, but I would advise trying it, it makes the coleslaw so much better. Dice the apple into a bowl of salted, warm water first and let it sit for a minute or two, then drain. This keeps it from turning brown and the slaw can be kept for two to three days in the refrigerator if you have leftovers.
2
For the dressing, combine the sugar, water and vinegar and microwave for about 3 minutes or cook over medium heat in a saucepan until it comes to a boil and boil for a minute or two. Set aside and cool completely. You can place it in the refrigerator to cool it faster.
3
Once cool, stir in the mayonnaise, the honey mustard and the yellow mustard. Pour the dressing mixture over the shredded cabbage and other ingredients and mix well. This is best if you refrigerate for at least 2 hours for the flavors to blend. Stir again right before serving.

541

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups cabbage, shredded (can use a bag of coleslaw mix from the produce section), 1 red apple, unpeeled and diced small (optional), 1/2 cup carrot, shredded, 1/4 cup sweet onion, chopped fine, and more.

Yes, Mama'S Coleslaw! From Sweet Tea & Cornbread falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mama'S Coleslaw! From Sweet Tea & Cornbread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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