Herman's Coleslaw
1 (4 lb) head of cabbage
2 medium onions
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2-3/4 cup salted oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Shred cabbage and onions. Cover with the 1/2 cup sugar. Set aside. Boil vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, mustard, salt and celery seed. Pour over cabbage while hot. Add grated carrots or dices pimientos for color. Add garlic and salted oil. Let set for 24 hours. Serve cold.
