Cake, salad, soup and more great recipe ideas for carrots, now in season

What to cook: Carrots aren't a fussy vegetable at all and can be prepared in a variety of ways, or simply enjoyed raw. Grate or slice colorful fresh carrots to use in salads and slaws. Blanch the roots, then sauté with butter and fresh herbs, or a touch of garlic. Roast or stew the vegetable — the long cooking will bring out the root's sweeter notes. You can even throw carrots on the grill and deepen their flavor with subtle, smoky notes. While thicker, older carrots will need to be peeled before using, tender young carrots need only a light scrubbing before adding to a dish. And if you happen to buy a bunch with the tops attached, don't throw away the greens. Use the tops as a substitute for greens in pesto or another sauce.

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