* Exported from MasterCook *

                           Jalapeno Basil Slaw

Recipe By     : Nava, Atlanta, Georgia
Serving Size  : 8     Preparation Time :0:20
Categories    : Salads & Dressings

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
                        Slaw:
  1       lb            Red and/or white cabbage
                        - (4 c) -- shredded
  1                     Red onion -- shaved thin
  1                     Carrot -- julienned
  2                     Jalapenos -- seeded & julienned
     1/2  c             Fresh cilantro leaves --
                        - coarsely chopped
                        Vinaigrette:
  1       c             Basil leaves --loosely packed
  1                     Shallot -- chopped
  2       cl            Garlic
     1/2  c             Canola oil
  2       ts            Honey
     1/4  c             Champagne vinegar
  1       ts            Salt
     1/4  ts            Black pepper

In a large bowl, place cabbage, onion, carrot, jalapenos, and
cilantro leaves. Chill until ready to serve.

In a blender, place basil, shallot, garlic, and oil. Blend until
smooth. Transfer to a bowl and add honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Pour over slaw 5 minutes before serving.  


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