By roasting these hearty winter vegetables, we soften their strong tastes and bring out their natural sweetness.

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These “mashed potatoes” taste just as good as the real thing, but they’re much lower in carbs!

This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest.

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Lemony coriander and smoky cumin pair perfectly with sharp Cheddar in this grown-up spin on scalloped potatoes.

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A double-hitter: Each portion has almost two servings of vegetables.

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A hot brown is a Southern classic: An open-faced turkey sandwich is topped with a cheesy sauce, bacon and tomatoes. This one's a lot lighter, but you'd never know from the taste.

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Rich and creamy, this risotto is full of whole grains and vegetables.

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Take some help from the store: Feta and pesto dress up grilled zucchini.

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This protein-rich vegetarian recipe is simple to make and tasty to eat!

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Dress up your green beans. Miso is a perfect replacement for butter in most sautéed dishes and offers a nice earthy, salty note to the beans.

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This is a great use of beets from the local farmers market.

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