Sweet and Sour Cole Slaw

1 quart grated cabbage
1/2 cup grated carrots
1/2 cup green pepper (chopped)
1/2 cup celery (chopped)
2 cups water
2 tsp. salt
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 tsp. prepared mustard
1/2 cup water

In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots and green pepper. Pour 2 cups water and salt over top; let stand for 2 hours. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, mustard and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; let cool. Add celery and cooled vinegar mixture to the other vegetables, mix well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. This recipe is best when prepared one day ahead of time.