Bleu Cheese Slaw Recipe
Introduction
Welcome to Love with Recipes, where we bring you delightful culinary creations like this refreshing Bleu Cheese Slaw. Perfect for lunches, snacks, or potlucks, this recipe combines the creamy richness of bleu cheese with crisp cabbage and a homemade mayonnaise dressing. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s a great addition to any meal!
Recipe Overview
- Name: Bleu Cheese Slaw
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Grains, Cheese, Vegetable, Canadian, Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 30 Mins, No Cook, Refrigerator, Easy, Inexpensive
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories per serving: 707.8
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious Bleu Cheese Slaw:
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
- 2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 small head green cabbage, shredded
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (homemade, see recipe below)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons blue cheese, crumbled (for slaw)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Making the Mayonnaise
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Prepare the mayonnaise: In a food processor fitted with the metal blade, combine the egg, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and sherry wine vinegar.
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Emulsify the mixture: Turn on the food processor and process for about 30 seconds. While the motor is running, slowly add the oil in a thin stream until the mixture emulsifies into a creamy texture.
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Season and add blue cheese: Once the mayonnaise is well combined, season with kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper. Add the crumbled blue cheese and pulse the machine for 5 seconds to incorporate evenly.
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Chill the mayonnaise: Strain the mayonnaise through a fine-mesh sieve to ensure smoothness. Store it covered in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Preparing the Slaw
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Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, toss the shredded green cabbage with enough of the prepared mayonnaise to coat evenly.
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Add flavor: Mix in the thinly sliced green onions and additional crumbled blue cheese for extra flavor and texture.
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Season to taste: Season the slaw with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to your preference.
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Final toss: Toss all the ingredients together again to ensure everything is well combined.
Serving
- Chill: Refrigerate the Bleu Cheese Slaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Enjoy: Serve chilled as a side dish or a light meal on its own. It’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any occasion where you want a refreshing and creamy salad.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 707.8
- Fat: 76g
- Saturated Fat: 14.4g
- Cholesterol: 38.8mg
- Sodium: 199mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.4g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 2.7g
- Protein: 4.4g
Tips for Success
- Homemade Mayonnaise: Making your own mayonnaise adds a fresh, creamy base to the slaw. It’s worth the extra effort!
- Cheese Selection: Use a quality blue cheese that you enjoy eating on its own, as its flavor will shine through in the slaw.
- Cabbage Prep: Ensure the cabbage is thinly shredded for the best texture and ease of mixing with the dressing.
- Chill Time: Letting the slaw chill allows the flavors to develop fully, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Conclusion
Whether you’re preparing a quick family lunch or contributing to a potluck, this Bleu Cheese Slaw is sure to impress with its creamy texture and tangy blue cheese flavor. Enjoy the simplicity and deliciousness of this recipe, and don’t hesitate to customize it to your taste preferences. Stay tuned for more inspiring recipes from Love with Recipes!
