Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (2024)

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Submitted by thatbobbiegirl

"Did you ever just start cooking without really having a clue where you were going to end up? My kids have gotten used to it by now. "Mom, what's for dinner?" "I don't know, it's not DONE yet. Let's wait and see what it turns out to be, okay?" Sometimes I let them name it. I really had absolutely NO idea how this would taste, but sometimes I come up with pretty decent stuff that way. Over the Memorial Day weekend, I thought I'd just whip up some coleslaw to go with my Bobbie-Q Beef (recipe for that may follow...eventually) But instead of reaching for a coleslaw recipe in a cookbook, I whipped out my handy-dandy Palm Pilot (how did I EVER get along without it?) and looked up the recipe for "Amish Macaroni Salad." I took that as my leaping-off point. First, I changed it from Miracle Whip to mayonnaise, then reduced the sugar. Also I added the celery salt, because, well, if it's good enough for a Chicago Style Hot Dog, it's good enough for me. Turned out that it tasted almost-but-not-quite exactly like Marzetti's Brand Slaw Dressing which comes in a glass jar from Your Grocer's Refrigerator Case. Which I just happen to like, so it was a good thing. Hope you give this a try."

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Ready In:
15mins

Ingredients:
7
Yields:

2 1/2 cups of dressing

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ingredients

  • 2 cups light mayonnaise
  • 23 cup sugar
  • 14 cup white distilled vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
  • cabbage
  • carrot
  • celery salt

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directions

  • Combine mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar and mustard in bowl and mix thoroughly until sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Using a large and very sharp chef's knife, slice cabbage into shreds fine shreds.
  • Thinly slice or shred carrot and combine with cabbage in bowl.
  • Sprinkle lightly with celery salt and toss.
  • While stirring, pour just enough dressing over the prepared vegetables to moisten them nicely.
  • (After it sits a while, there will suddenly be more liquid in the bowl than you thought there was- it will come off the veggies. So don't overdo the dressing. You can always add more later if need be.) Cover and chill.
  • Refrigerate unused portion of dressing for later use.

Questions & Replies

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  1. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (10)

    how much cabbage? How long does it marinate? I made a half recipe of dressing to try it out. I used 1/2 Miracle Whip and 1/2 real sour cream. I never use "light" products because I think it ruins the taste. I added 2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion and 1/4 t. each salt and black pepper.

  2. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (11)

    When substituting powdered sugar for granulated sugar, do you still use 2/3 cup or do you reduce the volume when using powdered sugar?

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Reviews

  1. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (12)

    Great Dressing. The only change I made was to use powdered sugar. This seems to give it that "Marzetti Texture" that's sort of creamy/smooth. My husband thought it was Marzetti's Slaw Dressing. Came together under 2 minutes, flavor was exactly what I wanted, and there's enough dressing left over for tonights dinner!Thanks for posting!Di ;-)

  2. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (13)

    WOW! I really love this dressing. I used Splenda, added a splash more vinegar and a pinch more celery salt. I'm diabetic and love coleslaw. This sugar-free version is just what the doctor ordered. I bought some thin sliced rye bread today, lean corned beef, sliced white American cheese and plan on a fabulous grilled sandwich with slaw this weekend:)

  3. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (14)

    I have a chicken salad recipe that I adore and since Marzetti's slaw dressing is an ingrediant, I tend to keep it on hand for just this recipe. Imagine my disappointment when a craving struck and I realized I was out of Marzettis! Luckily I found this recipe and it worked spledidly! Followed exactly except just slightly decreased mustard. Will use this from now on! Thanks so much for posting!

  4. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (15)

    Easy and really good, just like the bottled version. I sprinkled it with celery seed and used a little less sugar. Half the recipe was good for a store bought package of slaw mix.

  5. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (16)

    Undissolved sugar =yuk. <br/>Solution = measure vinegar in glass measuring cup and add sugar. Microwave in 30 second intervals, and stirring in between until dissolved, cool, continue with recipe :-)

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  1. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (17)

    I used regular mayonnaise instead of the light mayo called for.

  2. Almost Marzetti's Slaw Dressing Recipe - Food.com (18)

    Changed celery salt to 1/2 tsp. celery seed. Used Splenda vs. sugar.

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FAQs

How much marzetti slaw dressing to use? ›

Marzetti's Famous Coleslaw
  1. 1/2 medium-size head green cabbage.
  2. 1/4 medium-size head purple cabbage.
  3. 2 large carrots.
  4. 1 cup Marzetti® Original Slaw Dressing.
  5. 3 tablespoons lemon juice, or juice of 1 lemon.
  6. 2 teaspoons poppyseeds, plus more for sprinkling on top.
  7. Salt and pepper, to taste.

Does marzetti dressing need to be refrigerated before opening? ›

Unless labeling indicates refrigerated storage — unopened containers of salad dressings can be stored at room temperature. If labeling indicates refrigerated storage — store at 40°F. DO refrigerate opened containers of salad dressings to maintain fresh quality and best flavor.

What is the dressing on coleslaw made of? ›

What Is Coleslaw Dressing Made Of? This creamy, mayo-based dressing uses ingredients you likely have on hand: sugar, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, pepper, and of course, mayonnaise. The resulting dressing is just the right balance of sweet, tangy, creamy, and peppery!

How do you thicken slaw dressing? ›

A little bit of ground flax or chia seed can thicken it, but much like xanthan gum, too much can make the texture unpleasant. I'd mix it with the water portion and let it sit for a few minutes and then add as much as you need. I do use avocado when I make healthy dressings.

How much dressing should I use? ›

Practice moderation when serving salad dressing — aim for approximately one to two teaspoons of dressing per cup of salad.

How far in advance should you dress coleslaw? ›

Then you add vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds. A bit of salt and pepper finishes off a classic, creamy, tangy dressing. When should you dress coleslaw? For the ideal coleslaw, add dressing to coleslaw no more than 30 minutes before serving.

Does coleslaw dressing go bad? ›

Store-bought coleslaw dressing lasts about one to two months past the printed date on the packaging if unopened and stored properly. However, once it's opened, it's best to use it within two weeks to ensure its freshness. If you decided to freeze the dressing, it can last up to six months.

Is marzetti dressing good? ›

Marzetti makes the best dressing for potato salad I've ever found. I mix it half and half with mayo and it's wonderful. Also great for cole slaw... Delicious!

What happens if you don't refrigerate dressing? ›

It may be obvious to store creamy ranch dressing on your refrigerator's shelf, but oily dressings such as Italian or a vinaigrette should be kept cold after opening too. That's because their key ingredients—think things such as shallots and citrus juice—will go rancid without refrigeration.

Why is KFC coleslaw so good? ›

Fresh ingredients are key to a good slaw, and KFC does alright for a fast food restaurant. You won't find any wilted cabbage pieces, and the carrots are nice and hard as well. What's more, KFC finely dices everything so you don't have to chew that much, and all the flavors and textures blend perfectly.

What is the best pre made coleslaw? ›

With its nice, thick dressing, Walmart's deli coleslaw is the best creamy coleslaw of the bunch.

What's the difference between coleslaw and slaw? ›

The real difference is that the raw, chopped vegetables in coleslaw are primarily cabbage: Napa, red, savoy, or bok choy. Slaw without the cole can feature any crunchy veggie in place of cabbage, including chopped or shredded broccoli, carrots, snow peas, jicama, and more.

Why does my homemade coleslaw go watery? ›

— WHY COLESLAW BECOMES WATERY —

The reason for this is because the pectin in the cell walls of the cabbage hold onto the water. But when you add dressing to the coleslaw, the salt in the dressing slowly draws out the water by breaking down the pectin in the cell walls.

How much coleslaw per person for a party? ›

Instead, a generous 1/2 to 3/4 cup is a good serving size when feeding a crowd, especially if serving with, say, pulled pork sliders when the slaw is essentially a condiment. So one 16 ounce bag will feed 10 people.

Why is my dressing soupy? ›

The stuffing should be moist but not wet. If there is a puddle of broth at the bottom of the bowl, you've added too much. Add more bread to soak up the excess moisture.

What is a serving size for slaw? ›

Instead, a generous 1/2 to 3/4 cup is a good serving size when feeding a crowd, especially if serving with, say, pulled pork sliders when the slaw is essentially a condiment. So one 16 ounce bag will feed 10 people.

How much is a portion of salad dressing? ›

A portion of salad dressing is about the size of a teabag. Just don't put the teabag in your salad too.

How long is coleslaw dressing good for after opening? ›

Unopened jars of mayonnaise and salad dressing may be stored in the pantry. After opening, keep refrigerated up to 2 months.

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