What has someone given you that you like but can’t seem to use up? When you receive a 100 yard roll of paper that’s one thing, but when you receive a large bag of produce, then that’s another.

Someone gave me a big bag of carrots. By big, I mean a huge 5 lb bag of baby carrots. Instead of buying lettuce for salads this week, I will enjoy some crudités with dip. The lady who gave me the carrots told me that I could freeze some or cook them. The only way I like carrots is raw – dip is optional.

Having this large bag of carrots has made me think that hopefully I can get through them before they turn. To get rid of the carrots I will probably eat them at almost every meal or at least at lunch and dinner. Plus I can try out some new sauces. Instead of ranch dressing I can add a little horseradish to the ranch for an added zip or horseradish to balsamic vinegar for a different taste.

At least by using items I have at home, or altering dressings I already have this will make the carrots go by faster, though I am open to suggestions for zesty dips.