4 cups finely sliced or shredded red
    cabbage (1/2 small head)
2 cups slivered or cooked beets
1 medium red onion, finely sliced
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Several good grinds black pepper
1 shallot, finely minced

Combine cabbage, beets and onion.

In a separate bowl combine mayonnaise, vinegar, celery seeds, sugar, salt, pepper and shallot. Whisk to blend thoroughly. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss lightly to blend. Chill, then taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary.

Serves 6 to 8.