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Close-up of old-fashioned creamy coleslaw in a wooden bowl with parsley garnish.
Alyssa

The Best Old-Fashioned Creamy Coleslaw

This Old Fashioned Creamy coleslaw recipe is full of classic charm and wholesome goodness. With shredded cabbage and carrot in a creamy, tangy dressing, this homemade coleslaw is deliciously satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon celery seed (optional)
  • 16 oz coleslaw mix (or shred your own cabbage and carrot to equal 16 ounces)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Whisk well to combine.
  2. Add shredded cabbage mix and toss with dressing.
  3. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to blend.

Notes

This coleslaw is best when made a few hours ahead of time to let the flavors meld.