Tasty Thursday

Try this new take on coleslaw for your 4th of July party this year. This tasty dish from Small Parties by Marguerite Henderson is fantastic!

Southwestern Coleslaw

1 package (16 ounces) prepared coleslaw

1 red bell pepper, cored and cut into thin julienne strips

1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

1 bunch (about 6) green onions, thinly sliced on diagonal

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin or cumin seeds

1 jalapeño pepper, cored and finely diced

2 tablespoons cider vinegar

1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil

2 teaspoons sugar

1 teaspoon kosher salt

In a bowl, combine all ingredients and toss well. Refrigerate until ready to serve. This can be made several hours ahead.

Serves 12