Best 3 Nanas Special Coleslaw Dressing Recipes

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**Nanas' Special Coleslaw Dressing: A Flavorful Addition to Your Salad Creations**

Coleslaw, a classic side dish known for its refreshing crunch and tangy dressing, can be elevated to a new level of deliciousness with Nanas' Special Coleslaw Dressing. This remarkable recipe collection offers a variety of dressings, each bursting with unique flavors that complement the crisp cabbage and other vegetables in your coleslaw. From the classic creamy dressing with a touch of sweetness to the zesty vinegar-based dressing with a hint of spice, these dressings are sure to tantalize your taste buds and transform your coleslaw into a culinary masterpiece.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

NANA'S SPECIAL COLESLAW DRESSING



Nana's Special Coleslaw Dressing image

My Mom has been making this for over 50 years, and it is one of my favorites. I hope you enjoy it. This makes dressing for a whole head of cabbage.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup cream or 1 cup milk
4 tablespoons Miracle Whip (or mayonnaise)
4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
4 tablespoons sugar
salt (to taste)
pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Mix together the cream and Miracle Whip.
  • Add vinegar,, sugar, salt and pepper, whipping with a whisk until totally blended.
  • Pour over 1/2 head cabbage and refrigerate for several hours, stirring occasionally.

NANA'S SOUTHERN COLESLAW



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Just an old family recipe that I have been told is reminiscent of KFC coleslaw. You be the judge! To speed things up I sometimes just buy an already shredded bag of cabbage with carrots in it and then just chop it a little finer.

Provided by Kristina

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     With Mayo

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head cabbage, finely shredded
2 carrots, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
½ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ cup milk
¼ cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix cabbage, carrots, and onion in a large salad bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl until smooth and the sugar has dissolved.
  • Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and mix thoroughly. Cover bowl and refrigerate slaw at least 2 hours (the longer the better). Mix again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 273.7 mg, Sugar 15 g

NANA'S SOUTHERN COLESLAW RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Nana's Southern Coleslaw Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by sandiB2010

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head cabbage, finely shredded
2 carrots, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup white sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix cabbage, carrots, and onion in a large salad bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl until smooth and the sugar has dissolved. Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and mix thoroughly. Cover bowl and refrigerate slaw at least 2 hours (the longer the better). Mix again before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices in your coleslaw.
  • Shred the cabbage thinly: This will help the dressing to coat the cabbage evenly.
  • Add other vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to your coleslaw, such as carrots, celery, or radishes.
  • Use a good quality mayonnaise: The mayonnaise is the base of the dressing, so it's important to use a good quality one.
  • Season to taste: Taste the dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Chill the coleslaw before serving: This will help the flavors to blend and meld together.

Conclusion:

Nana's Special Coleslaw Dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads and slaws. It's creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet, with a hint of spice. The dressing is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a classic coleslaw dressing or something a little different, Nana's Special Coleslaw Dressing is sure to please.

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