Creamy Coleslaw

Name: Creamy Coleslaw
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: One 16-ounce bag shredded coleslaw cabbage; 1 medium green or red bell pepper, sliced into short, thin strips; 3/4 cup natural low-fat ranch dressing; 2 tablespoons white balsamic or white wine vinegar; Freshly ground pepper to taste

December 9, 2011

As close to “classic” coleslaw as any of the slaws here, this is especially good with sandwich meals and veggie burgers. See the super-easy menu below. It’s a quick and nourishing meal you can make even if dinnertime finds you exhausted.

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