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Experience Melissa Pasanen is a Vermont journalist focusing on food and agriculture. Her other books includeThe Cabot Creamery CookbookandThe Little Local Vermont Cookbook. She has appeared regularly on Vermont public radio and teaches part-time at the University of Vermont. Melissa is currently a staff writer covering food and agriculture forSeven Days, a Vermont alternative weekly newspaper. Education B.A. in International Relations and Affairs, Brown University, M.S. Through science-backed nutrition advice and smart stories about sustainability, we help readers live their best lives....

Roasting the beets with broth makes them crispy on the outside, yet tender on the inside. Crumbled goat cheese tops these melt-in-your-mouth beets for an easy side dish. Toss beets, oil, dill, salt and pepper together in a large bowl. Photography / Jacob Fox, Styling / Sammy Mila Arrange the beets in a single layer in a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan. (Do not use a glass dish, which could shatter.)...

Creamy, herbaceous, earthy, sweet, crisp and melt-in-your-mouth all at once? This simple recipe is firing on all cylinders. Use any color beets if golden aren’t available. Photographer / Brie Passano, Food Stylist / Annie Probst Stand beets on root end and cut into 1-inch-thick slices from stem to root. Toss the beet slices with oil, thyme, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Roast, turning once, until tender and browned on both sides, about 35 minutes....

This broccoli recipe is the simple, flavorful side dish youve been waiting for! This savory, satisfying side pairs well with just about any meal. Chili crisp adds a touch of heat. Photo:Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell Leave it out if you prefer a milder finish. Antioxidant-rich broccoli becomes fork-tender from roasting in the oven. Ginger adds a hint of spicy earthiness, and sesame oil comes in with a subtle nuttiness....

Serve it alongside roasted pork or chicken. The cabbage cooks in liquid, which helps it achieve its velvety smooth “melted” texture. Can I Swap Green Cabbage for Purple Cabbage? Purple cabbage and green cabbage can be used interchangeably in this recipe. They are better suited for sauteing, roasting or eating fresh. Want more cabbage inspiration? Check out these 31 recipes that start with a head of cabbage. Slice cabbage in half through the root....

Mozzarella pearls are the perfect size for mixing into the finished dish. If you cant find them, chopped fresh mozzarella will work well too. Add pasta and cook according to package directions. Ali Redmond Reserve 12 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Ali Redmond Add tomatoes, salt, Italian seasoning, pepper and the reserved pasta water....

Garlic butter and Parmesan cheese coat tender cauliflower florets in this melt-in-your-mouth side dish. The vegetable broth deepens the rich flavors, while thyme and oregano come in with fresh, herby notes. Crushed red pepper adds a subtle heat to finish this dish off. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Keep reading for our expert tips, including how to swap the fresh herbs for dried....

Serve them with roasted chicken and a salad for dinner. Toss potatoes, butter, oil, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Arrange in a single layer in a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco (Do not use a glass dish, which could shatter.) Roast, flipping once, until browned, about 30 minutes. Photography: Caitlin bensel, Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall...

These potatoes live up to their name and then some! They melt in your mouth, with the edges getting lightly crisp. We leave the skin on the potatoes for texture and a boost of fiber. Photographer: Carson Downing, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek Sage, marjoram and prosciutto combine for a warm flavor. If you don’t have marjoram on hand, use dried oregano or thyme in its place....

Arrange in a single layer in a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan. (Don’t use a glass dish, as it could shatter.) Roast, flipping once, until browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Whisk broth and garlic in a measuring cup. Carefully add the broth mixture to the hot pan. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

If you like sweet potato casserole, you’ll love these tender, creamy melted sweet potatoes. They’re perfect for Thanksgiving or anytime in fall or winter when cooler weather settles in. Toss sweet potatoes, butter, oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Arrange in a single layer in a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan. (Don’t use a glass dish, which might shatter.) Roast, flipping once, until browned, about 25 minutes. Whisk broth, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg together in a measuring cup....

This hearty Turkish breakfast features a fragrant, tender tomato sauce with peppers and onions. The eggs add a silkiness to the dish, and a boost of protein. Serve with crusty whole-wheat bread to soak up all the sauce. Photo: Ali Redmond Garnish with crushed red pepper, if desired. Serve with warm bread. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

The food you eat may reduce your diabetes risk during menopause. This relationship can result from a few factors, some completely out of your control. This increased weight and inflammatory fat storage can lead to key in 2 diabetes." Photo: Getty Images Because of this, it can be beneficial to start practicing these habits before the menopausal transition starts. These polyunsaturated fatty acids have been shown to improve various cardiometabolic risk factorswhich are tied to diabetes risk....