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Creamy Loaded Coleslaw with Bacon and Cheddar

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A creamy, tangy coleslaw loaded with crispy bacon and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect as a crowd-pleasing BBQ side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cups red cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Place 6 slices of bacon in a cold skillet over medium heat. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool. Once cool, crumble into bite-sized pieces.
  2. While bacon cooks, shred 6 cups green cabbage and 2 cups red cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline. Peel and shred 1 cup of carrots. Thinly slice 3 green onions. Combine all in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon honey. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly. The cabbage should look glossy but not drenched.
  5. Fold in the crumbled bacon and 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese gently so the cheese doesn’t clump.
  6. Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Give it one last gentle toss before plating.

Notes

Do not overdress the slaw to avoid sogginess. Cook bacon low and slow for perfect crispness. Chill coleslaw before serving to let flavors meld and cabbage soften slightly. Use sharp cheddar for best flavor. Dry cabbage thoroughly if rinsed. Bacon and cheese can be served on the side for picky eaters.

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