November might be known for being dark and gloomy, but there are still plenty of delicious veggies in season.

Brighten up your plate with these five ingredients that are all in-season right now.

1. Squash

Coconut Curry Butternut Squash Soup | Food styling by David Grenier | Prop styling by Catherine Doherty

Winter squashes, such as butternut squash, pumpkin and acorn squash, are still plentiful in November. They are versatile and can be roasted, mashed or blended into soups.

Try these tasty squash recipes:

• Coconut Curry Butternut Squash Soup
• Roasted Squash Medley
• Butternut Squash and Smoked Cheddar Flatbread Pizza
• Chicken, Spinach & Parmesan Spaghetti Squash Gratin
• Spiced Squash Muffins

2. Cabbage

Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Orange Vinaigrette | Photography, © Foodivine studio

Cabbage varieties like green cabbage, red cabbage, and savoy cabbage are staples in the fall and into winter. Rich in fibre and antioxidants, cabbage is both economical and nutritious.

Try these tasty cabbage recipes:

• Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Orange Vinaigrette
• Cabbage & Tofu Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce
• Sausage, Cabbage & Apple Soup
• Cider-Braised Cabbage & Apples
• Homemade Kimchi

3. Potatoes 

Sausage & Potato Pizzas | Photography: Tango | Food Styling: Nataly Simard | Prop Styling: Caroline Simon

Potatoes, carrots, beetroot, and parsnips are still in season in November. These root vegetables are ideal for roasting and in creamy purees.

Try these tasty recipes with potato:

• Sausage & Potato Pizzas
• Classic Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
• Poutine-Style Baked Potatoes
• Potato & Green Bean Salad with Tuna
• Creamiest Champ Mashed Potatoes

4. Leeks

Leek & Zucchini Soup | Photography: Tango | Food Styling: Nataly Simard | Prop Styling: Caroline Simon
 

Leeks, although available year-round, are especially delicious in the fall. They add a mild, slightly sweet flavour to dishes.

 

Try these tasty leek recipes:

• Leek & Zucchini Soup
• Potato & Leek Focaccia
• Leek & Mushroom Puff Pastries
• Grilled Leek & Broccoli Salad
• Potato & Leek Gratin

 

5. Turnips and Rutabagas

Roasted Parsnips with Buckwheat Crisp & Herb Mojo | Photography Bruno Petrozza | Food & Prop Styling Mélanie Marchand

These vegetables are perfect for adding a touch of zest and earthy flavour to winter dishes. They can be pureed, roasted, or even incorporated into stews. 

Try these tasty parsnip and rutabaga recipes:

• Roasted Parsnips with Buckwheat Crisp & Herb Mojo
• Mushroom & Parsnip Tartines
• Perfect Parsnip Purée
• Rutabaga Soup With Chive-Basil Oil
• Kohlrabi and Rutabaga Slaw

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