I was lucky enough to have three grandfathers: Pom, Papa and, later, Grandpa Albert. My Papa was someone I knew very little of, but what I did know is that I was in awe of him always. I was a little intimidated by him, but I remember him always tucking away a little money in my pocket when I was to return to my mom’s house for her to buy me a new dress or something else he knew I needed, but he had no clue about how to go about buying…he knew to best leave it to a professional. Haha. Even though he rarely did it, the man also had a few culinary tricks up his sleeves, including this doozy.

Papa Harrison’s Cole Slaw

1 head cabbage, finely chopped
1 half medium onion, finely grated
mayonnaise
lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl, mixing mayo and lemon juice to taste. For variation, add diced tomatoes or cooked shrimp. If necessary, it can be made ahead and chilled before serving.

- Angela