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.

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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.

How do you doctor up store bought coleslaw dressing? ›

Flavor wise, chopped pickle relish, celery seeds, a touch of Dijon mustard, salt, pepper and sour cream are all common. Just mix everything together and go!

How do you thicken slaw dressing? ›

You can use xanthan gum to thicken your dressing. This stabilises emulsions (not being an emulsifier though) and increases viscosity (the stickiness). One of the major advantages of xanthan gum is that you don't need to heat your liquid. What you will have to do is whisk it thoroughly.

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? ›

Pour the dressing over the shredded cabbage and carrots. Toss gently to combine, making sure all the shreds are coated evenly. (If you're making this more than an hour or two ahead of your party, save a little dressing to toss with the salad just before serving.) Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Does coleslaw dressing go bad? ›

There are several ways to determine if your coleslaw dressing has gone off. If it gives off an odd or sour smell, it is likely spoiling and should not be used. You can also visually inspect the dressing. If it has changed color or you can see mold, discard the dressing.

Is marzetti dressing good? ›

Best tasting slaw dressing I've ever encountered. It's quite expensive and and hard to find in stores, so I ordered a bundle of 6 jars for a fair enough price. Love, love, love this dressing! I've bought this product for years and can't understand why it is no longer available commercially.

What happens if you don't refrigerate dressing? ›

Salad Dressing

That's because their key ingredients—think things such as shallots and citrus juice—will go rancid without refrigeration.

Why did KFC stop selling coleslaw? ›

The fast food chain was forced to stop selling its coleslaw tubs when a supply issue meant the slaw would have to be served up without the dressing.

Who makes the best coleslaw? ›

With its nice, thick dressing, Walmart's deli coleslaw is the best creamy coleslaw of the bunch. The dressing is heavy on the mayo, which makes it the best coleslaw to slather on a burger or pulled pork sandwich, and the copious amounts of shredded carrot will contribute some crunch, too.

Why does my homemade coleslaw taste bitter? ›

Cabbage Core:Issue: The core of the cabbage can be bitter, especially if it's not removed before shredding. Solution: Ensure that you remove the core of the cabbage before shredding it. Cut the cabbage in half, then cut out the triangular core from each half. Old Cabbage:Issue: Older cabbage may develop a bitter taste.

Why does my homemade coleslaw go watery? ›

Cabbage contains lots of water. Alton Brown suggests salting the cabbage and letting the water drain for two hours, then rinsing the cabbage and spinning it dry before dressing it. That purges the excess water out of the cabbage before it is dressed, so it doesn't get watery.

How to keep slaw from getting watery? ›

With the shredded cabbage in a colander, mix in a tablespoon of salt per head of cabbage till it's evenly distributed. The salt will draw out excess water from cabbage while helping preserve the crispiness. After letting it sit for an hour or two, rinse it with water to remove the salt.

Is it better to make coleslaw the day before? ›

Yes, you can make coleslaw in advance. Making it a day before your event is a good idea, as the flavors will continue to meld and develop as it sits. That makes it perfect as a make-ahead potluck recipe.

What is a serving size for slaw? ›

No one is going to eat That Much 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.

How much is a portion of salad dressing? ›

Salad dressing: 15ml

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

How long does coleslaw dressing last in the fridge? ›

If you have leftover dressing, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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