Sweet and Tangy Coleslaw

• 1 1/3 cups sugar
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 2 1/2 pounds cabbage, shredded
• 2 cups finely chopped celery
• 3 medium carrots, shredded
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2/3 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 teaspoon mustard seed
• Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Essence, recipe follows

Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning (also referred to as Bayou Blast):Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning (also referred to as Bayou Blast):

• 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme