"I Hate Cole Slaw" Cole Slaw

by Micahel Cole

1 package pre-shredded slaw
1 package beef-flavored Ramen (Asian dry noodle soup mix)
3 green onions, chopped
1 4-6 ounce package slivered almonds
1 tablespoon butter
1 4-6 ounce package salted sunflower seeds
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil

Place the shredded cole slaw in a large bowl. Crumble the Ramen noodles and add to the cole slaw, reserving the seasoning packet from the soup mix. Add the green onions. In a skillet, saute the slivered almonds in the butter until brown. Drain the almonds on a paper towel to remove the excess butter and to cool. Add the almonds and sunflower seeds to the cole slaw. Make a dressing by combining the sugar, vinegar, oil and the seasoning package from the soup. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly.

Note: It's good fresh, and it's even good when served as a leftover after it's soggy.

Makes about 4 servings