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Captain's Coleslaw
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- SERVES
- 4
- CHILL TIME
- 1 Hr
Sure, we can always pick up ready-made coleslaw at the market, but when it's this easy to make, why not do it ourselves? It'll be smooth sailing in the kitchen when you throw together our tasty Captain's Coleslaw.
What You'll Need
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 (16-ounce) package cabbage coleslaw mix (see Options)
What to Do
- In a large bowl, whisk together all ingredients except coleslaw mix; mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add coleslaw mix and toss until well coated. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Option
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Wanna shred the cabbage yourself? Go ahead! Use about 10 cups of shredded cabbage and add a few shredded carrots if you'd like!
- Love cabbage? Check out all the recipes we have in our collection of Easy Cabbage Recipes!
- For more quick and easy coleslaw recipes like this one, check out our collection of 12 Easy Coleslaw Recipes!
- Ever thought about pairing this one with some old-fashioned hotdogs?
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Nutritional InformationShow More
Servings Per Recipe: 4
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Calories 183
- Calories from Fat 92
- Total Fat 10g 16 %
- Saturated Fat 1.2g 6 %
- Trans Fat 0.0g 0 %
- Protein 2.0g 4 %
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Cholesterol 11mg 4 %
- Sodium 387mg 16 %
- Total Carbohydrates 22g 7 %
- Dietary Fiber 2.7g 11 %
- Sugars 14g 0 %
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Morehouse17
Mar 31, 2018
I love cabbage and I could eat it steamed with a little salt and pepper and served with a little vinegar on the plate. However, slaw is my second favorite and I love this recipe. This one does not call for pickles and I hope I like the taste.
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Delphine Bryant
Mar 31, 2018
The hubby ususally prepares the slaw in our house. I can never get it right even with a recipe. I found a bottle mix in the grocery and he hated it so that is out. So with this recipe, I will give it another shot. He can not outdo me in the kitchen so I have to find a recipe that trumps his.
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fredhomer 9960735
Dec 28, 2017
Is there any way to keep leftovers from becoming "soupy" the next day ?? Thanks!!
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Test Kitchen Team
Dec 29, 2017
Hi Fred! Unfortunately, we don't know a way to keep coleslaw from becoming watery the next day. If you find out the answer, be sure to let us know! :) Happy New Year!
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kimberleeraejewell 9502515
Jan 13, 2018
If you lightly salt the cabbage first, placing it in a colander, put a plate on it and weigh it down with a heavy pot, it will wilt and release extra moisture. Give it a couple of hours. I also do this when making cucumber salad!
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fredhomer 9960735
Dec 23, 2018
Thank You!!! We'll try this!!
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JRP
May 18, 2018
I've never had slaw become soupy the next day, and I believe it's because I've never used milk in it. I add vinegar (various types) and a bit of lemon juice, but no milk. Never soupy.
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kledp 9019491
Aug 27, 2017
Our all time favorite at our home...we love, love, love it...so good!
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ptfsgirl 8212457
Aug 09, 2014
I just add a bit of crushed pineapple and it's perfect!
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gogetayv 4320009
Jun 11, 2014
I will make this when I get home today! My first time tryign and just looking at the ingredients...I KNOW it's going to be mouthwatering so I have to give a 5 star rating for a simple yet scrumptous looking recipe!
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AugustSun
May 26, 2014
Quick, easy, and tasty coleslaw recipe! Definitely will continue to make this! I sometimes add sunflower seeds to my coleslaw, delicious!
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Dendy2
May 18, 2014
1/4 cup of sugar equals 4 tablespoons. That's too much! The vinegar and sugar should balance out. I use 1 Tbs. vinegar and 1 Tbs. sugar or sugar substitute. Omit milk entirely, and add 1/2 tsp. celery seed (optional). From "Better Homes and Gardens " "Good Food on a Budget".
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lucretia1010 9633722
Jun 29, 2015
Our recipes are similar, I use 2 T sugar, vinegar and 2 heaping T mayo,,,add a little onion and I use celery...not much. (onion about 1 tsp. and 1 tsp. chopped celery). Have had many compliments..
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suecaldwell2003 7838387
May 17, 2014
This is a nice inoffensive recipe bring along to a picnic. It tastes exactly like you'd expect coleslaw to taste.
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joddiswan 3036659
Apr 08, 2014
One of the easiest cole slaws recipes to prepare and tastes great. I just shred half head cabbage instead of buying bagged cole slaw mix
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gtonanna67 4389351
Jan 18, 2014
I found this recipe to be much too sweet for my taste. I added extra vinegar, celery salt , garlic powder and dill weed. Had a much better taste.
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Dawn 5077626
Feb 08, 2013
This is a good basic coleslaw recipe that's ready to dress-up anyway you like it. The dried cranberries sound really good. Adding pineapple tidbits gives it a slightly sweet edge too :)
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gramzjams 3236387
Dec 01, 2012
I like to add dried cranberries to my coleslaw, adds a great flavor !!!
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maryellen 3962373
May 31, 2012
To add more flavor in this coleslaw, I have found if you add celery seed to this recipe it's awsome. Mary Ellen
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