How do you guys make coleslaw?
I use this package of magic called Fresh Success from Concord Foods. I have been unable to make it without. I tried twice, but it wasn't the same. That's why I calls it magic, because I've been able to reproduce almost every spice blend/sauce that I've attempted...except this. Looking at the ingredients list, I spy some magic in the form or buttermilk powder that I don't have access to, and I think that's the magic. I literally have ten bags of the dry mix....because reasons. Honestly, it's leftovers from my mom's funeral party, but even before that I liked to have a few on hand.
I like my slaw dry but right. The exact right amount of wet to do the job without leaving a puddle behind. I don't use the directions, I add about 60% of a pouch to a stout quarter cup of Hellman's, with a cap and half of white vinegar, and about a teaspoon of black pepp. The buttermilk turns the dressing a light creamy yellow. I love adding purple cabbage, but it starts to stain everything after about 12 hours, so that is more for special occasions.
LIGHT BULB MOMENT!!!! Maybe I should make the dressing and divide it in twain. That way I could have purple 'bages and not have purple dye...only dress half and save the other half for when the first half runs dry!!! Nice.
Anyways, that's my secret family recipe. How does you all famz make your traditional slaws?