Traditional side dish prepared with grated cabbage and a creamy sauce, this post presents a simple and quick method for preparing creamy coleslaw. The coleslaw is described in detail, from grating the raw cabbage to combining it with mayonnaise and flavoring it with black pepper. The author also offers suggestions for adjusting the recipe to suit personal tastes, such as experimenting with different spices and herbs or including colorful and flavorful ingredients like shredded carrots, red cabbage, or apples. A brief history of coleslaw, which was brought to the New World by Dutch colonists in the 18th century, is included in the essay as well. The addition of mayonnaise in the 19th century catapulted the meal to fame, and it has since become a standard side dish in American cuisine, often accompanied by barbecue, fried chicken, and other Southern staples. The article concludes with a list of major dishes that go well with coleslaw, including barbecue, fried chicken, burgers, sandwiches, and seafood.