Use this beautiful green sauce as a dip for fritters, or as a dipping side to grilled chicken, or on top of smashed potatoes—the options are endless. An awesome dipping sauce to add contrast to any meal, creamy and citrusy with a kick.

Slather this on sandwiches or burgers. Mix it into a tomato and cucumber salad. Scoop it up with fresh veggies or crackers. Eat it straight out of the fridge with a spoon, no one will judge.

This delicious Middle Eastern cheese can be served as a creamy dip or rolled into flavorful spheres, coated with herbs and spices, and suspended in olive oil. Whatever your choice, it is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, very simple to make, and the flavor pairings are endless.

I love garlic with a passion; vampires beware. While this pesto might be a little spicy just to simply eat out of the container, tossed on some roasted vegetables or some freshly cooked pasta, it is truly incredible. Try spreading some on a freshly baked slice of bread… that loaf will be gone in no time.

A few tips for this recipe: If you cannot find fresh nettles, you can substitute spinach, or your favorite dark greens. Also, make sure you wring out as much water as possible from the cooked nettles.