Ingredients for 1940's Coleslaw
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- Apple
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cream
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 2 large egg whites
- Dry Mustard
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
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How to Make 1940's Coleslaw
- Finely shred 1 medium head of green cabbage and place in a large bowl of ice water for 15 minutes to crisp.
- Remove cabbage from ice water and thoroughly drain. Dry with paper towels.
- If using, add 1/2 cup diced apples to the cabbage.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup of your choice of prepared dressing (see dressing recipes below).
- Gently combine the dressing with the cabbage and apples. Serve warm or chilled.
- **For Hot Coleslaw (omit apples):** Shred 1 medium head of green cabbage. Boil the cabbage in 1 quart of lightly salted water until tender-crisp (about 5-7 minutes). Drain well.
- Serve hot with your choice of dressing while still warm.
- **Creamy Coleslaw Dressing:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 large egg yolks, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat 2 large egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the egg yolk mixture.
- Cook in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 5-7 minutes).
- **Cooked Salad Dressing:** In a saucepan, whisk together 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Whisk in 1 large egg until fully combined.
- Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup milk and 2 tablespoons white vinegar.
- Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon unsalted butter until melted and smooth.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
78 g
Sugar
75g
Fat
69g
Carbs
8g
