Coleslaw Three Ways

Toss together one of these sides for your next barbecue or covered-dish supper.

Coleslaw, or slaw, as it's often called, has many variations. From creamy, mayonnaise-dressed versions to sweet-and-tart, vinegar-based ones, no two are alike. Cabbage being the main ingredient, these recipes are easy to toss together. Most varieties of slaw get better with time as their flavors blend and mellow, so they're tastier the next day. You'll find this trio of recipes colorful and refreshing. All take 20 minutes or less to prepare, but be sure to add chilling time to your schedule. CYNTHIA ANN BRISCOE

ZESTY VINEGAR COLESLAW

MAKES 7 CUPS

PREP: 20 MIN., CHILL: 8 HRS.

Turmeric adds a pungent flavor and a deep yellow color. It can be found in the spice section of your grocery store.

½ cup sugar

½ cup cider vinegar

½ cup vegetable oil

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1 teaspoon celery seeds

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground turmeric

1 large green cabbage, chopped

1 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped

1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimiento, drained

1 medium onion, chopped (optional)

MICROWAVE first 7 ingredients in a 1-quart glass bowl at HIGH 3 to 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring once. Let cool.

COMBINE cabbage, bell pepper, pimiento, and, if desired, onion in a bowl. Drizzle with dressing, tossing to coat. Cover and chill at least 8 hours or up to 3 days. LINDA EUDY

MOUNT PLEASANT, NORTH CAROLINA

SWEET-AND-TART RED CABBAGE COLESLAW

MAKES 8 CUPS

PREP: 20 MIN., CHILL: 1 HR.

Pineapple juice and sugar sweeten this German-style coleslaw.

1/3 cup pineapple juice

¼ cup sugar

¼ cup olive oil

¼ cup lemon or lime juice

¼ cup rice wine vinegar

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon pepper

1/8 teaspoon hot sauce

1 large red cabbage, finely shredded

1 small Granny Smith apple, chopped

1 large carrot, shredded

1 small sweet onion, minced

5 to 6 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled

WHISK together first 8 ingredients in a large bowl until sugar dissolves.

ADD cabbage and next 3 ingredients, tossing to coat. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Sprinkle with bacon before serving. AMY HALL

KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE

CREAMY-AND-SWEET COLESLAW

MAKES 4 ½ CUPS

PREP: 15 MIN., CHILL: 8 HRS.

½ cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons buttermilk

1 medium-size green cabbage, shredded

1 large carrot, finely shredded

1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ cup chopped sweet salad cube pickles (optional)

STIR together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Add cabbage, next 3 ingredients, and, if desired, pickles, tossing to coat. Cover and chill 8 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon. JOYCE ANTHONY MARSH

TAMPA, FLORIDA

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