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Winter brings a bounty of cool-weather crops to local farmers markets—crisp cabbages, hearty kale, and robust broccoli. A versatile superstar, cabbage is at home in everything from Chinese egg rolls to Tunisian stews, and a classic accompaniment to Hawaiian pig. And let’s not forget its glory as sauerkraut on sausages or Reuben sandwiches. More than just flavorful, it's full of health benefits, known for aiding digestion and energizing the body.

From Asia to the Middle East, Mexico to the United States, countries the world over use pumpkin in a dizzying array of dishes—pumpkin ravioli, pumpkin risotto, and pumpkin chili. Save the large ones for carving; use the small sugar pumpkins for cooking, they’re sweeter and fleshier. These hearty fall vegetarian dishes are beautiful to serve, fragrant to smell, and delicious to eat.

Did you know cabbage is one of the world’s healthiest foods? It aids digestion, contains a significant amount of vitamins, and boosts energy. Hundreds of varieties can be turned into tasty salads, sides, and sandwiches or fermented into sauerkraut or kimchee. EGG ROLL BOWL By WCM Reader INGREDIENTS: 1 T. vegetable oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 T. minced fresh ginger 1 lb. ground chicken or pork 1 T. sesame oil 1/2 onion, thinly sliced 1 c. shredded carrot 1/4 green cabbage, thinly sliced 1/4 c.