Ruby Coleslaw

Directions

1. 1
   Remove any wilted outer leaves from the cabbage, quarter the cabbage vertically and slice off the cores.
2. 2
   Finely shred the cabbage into a large bowl and toss with about one-half teaspoon of salt and the sugar.
3. 3
   Weight it down with a plate that will fit into the bowl and place a heavy object, like a can of tomatoes, on the plate.
4. 4
   Set aside to macerate for one hour.
5. 5
   Drain off any fluid that accumulates and fold in the onion.
6. 6
   Beat the vinegar and oil together and season to taste with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Pour over the cabbage, toss the ingredients together and check seasonings.
8. 8
   Add the basil, toss again and serve.