Coleslaw

Macaroni Coleslaw

6:15 AM


Macaroni Coleslaw

1 package (7 ounces) ring macaroni or ditalini

1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix

2 medium onions, finely chopped

2 celery ribs, finely chopped

1 medium cucumber, finely chopped

1 medium green pepper, finely chopped

1 can (8 ounces) whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped


DRESSING:

1-1/2 cups Miracle Whip Light

1/3 cup sugar

1/4 cup cider vinegar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper


Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl; add the coleslaw mix, onions, celery, cucumber, green pepper and water chestnuts. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.




Coleslaw

Summertime Slaw

6:03 AM



Summertime Slaw

3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup sweet pickle relish

In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar, oil, water, salt, pepper and, if desired, pepper flakes. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook 2 minutes longer or until sugar is dissolved. Cool to room temperature, stirring several times. In a large salad bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, tomatoes, onion, peppers and pickle relish. Add the dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.