Most traditional winter crops are root vegetables, such as potatoes, beets, onions, carrots, turnips, and garlic. Cabbage, being a green leafy vegetable, is a unique exception to this rule. Cabbage is also more versatile than pretty much any other vegetable, in that you can serve it cooked, raw, and fermented. Back in the pre-supermarket days,…

Forget mayonnaise-laden coleslaw. The bright, clean flavors in this version go well with everything from tacos to barbecue. Vinegary Coleslaw Serves 2 Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Pinch of celery seed Pinch of salt 1 1/2 cups…