Quick Recipes for November

Small, juicy tangerines (used in the pork tenderloin stir-fry) are an excellent source of vitamin C. A diet high in vitamin C is associated with a lower risk of colon cancer and inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. Tangerines are also a significant source of thiamine.
The steak recipe calls for pomegranate juice, which is especially rich in antioxidants that help fight free radicals in your body.
The butternut squash found in the risotto is an excellent source of beta-carotene, which, research suggests, may help prevent diabetic heart disease and other complications from diabetes.
Just two teaspoons of cayenne pepper, an ingredient used in the halibut recipe, meets nearly 30 percent of your daily value of vitamin A. The spice has been credited for stimulating stomach cells, which can help prevent ulcers.
Nutrient-rich crimini mushrooms (in the tacos) are an excellent source of selenium and potassium, and studies have credited them with anti-cancer properties.
Beets (in the chicken dish) are rich in folate (a vitamin essential for healthy tissue growth) and potassium. The natural pigments are antioxidant-rich. Although high in nutrients, one cup of cooked beets contains just 75 calories.
Parsnips (in the pasta) are a source of folate—which is associated with dark leafy greens; folate (a B vitamin) helps prevent some birth defects.
The juice from cranberries (in the semifreddo) has been shown to provide remarkable protection from urinary tract and bladder infections. Cranberries also have some of the highest levels of antioxidants found in fruit.