Sweet and Tangy Coleslaw

1 head of cabbage, shredded
1 red onion, diced
1 c of carrots, grated
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c white vinegar
1/2 c vegetable oil
1/2 tbsp salt
1 tbsp mustard
black pepper to taste

Combine the vegetables in a bowl. Sprinkle with the sugar and mix well. In a sauce pan combine the other ingredients and bring to a boil. Pour the hot dressing over the vegetables and mix well. If you like creamy mayo-based dressings you can replace the vegetable oil w/mayonnaise. I used half mayo, half oil for mine.