Coleslaw with boiled dressing

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1largeEgg yolk
¼cupCider vinegar
½teaspoonEnglish-style dry mustard
Salt and cayenne, to taste
2tablespoonsSugar
1tablespoonAll-purpose flour
¼cupWater
2tablespoonsHeavy cream
6cupsFinely shredded cabbage
½cupGrated carrot
½cupChopped scallions
1tablespoonChopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, tarragon and/or dill

Directions

In a saucepan over moderate heat whisk together the yolk, the vinegar, the mustard, the salt, the cayenne, the sugar, the flour, and ¼ cup water.

Bring the mixture to a simmer, whisking, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until smooth and thick. Stir in the cream and adjust seasoning. In a large bowl stir together the cabbage, the carrot, the scallions, and the herbs, pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture, and combine the mixture well. Allow coleslaw to sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

NOTES : Cooking Live Recipe by: Cooking LIve Show #CL8822 Posted to MC-Recipe Digest V1 #490 by Angele Freeman <jfreeman@...> on Mar 1, 1997.