Sweet And Sour Coleslaw

Side Dishes

3/4 cup vinegar
6 tablespoons water
3/4 cup sugar
6 tablespoons oil
1 pound shredded cabbage
OR packaged coleslaw mix
pepper
2 1/2 teaspoons celery seed
1/4 cup minced onion
diced pimento or sweet red bell pep; optional
1 tablespoon salt

Combine dry ingredients, except the cabbage, then mix in the water, followed by the vinegar, and finally the oil. Place in a sealed container and refrigerate overnight. A few hours before serving, pour dressing over the cabbage, mix well, and refrigerate until serving.