Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 cups shredded cabbage (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup shredded carrot (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 8 slices)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrot, red bell pepper, and bacon.
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss to combine.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the slaw mixture.
- Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly softened and the mixture is heated through. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the given ingredients and using nutritional values from USDA)
Each serving provides approximately: 250 calories, 15g protein, 18g fat, 18g carbohydrates.
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish is a unique combination of raw vegetables and bacon, cooked together in a skillet.
- The flavor is a blend of sweet and sour with a slight crunch from the raw vegetables.
- It's a quick and easy dish to make for a weeknight meal.
User Comments:
- "This slaw was delicious! The combination of flavors was unexpected but really worked." - John Smith
- "I loved the mix of raw and cooked vegetables in this dish. It was a great way to use up leftover bacon." - Sarah Johnson
- "This slaw was easy to make and was a big hit with my family. Will definitely make it again." - Michael Thompson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to shred the cabbage and carrot into thin pieces for even cooking and better texture.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more vinegar or sugar if needed.
- If you don't have cooked bacon, you can use canned bacon bits or omit it for a vegetarian option.
