2016 Cheap$kate Food Finds

The Cheap$kate Forager has a grab bag  full of the best 2016 deals from Dollar Tree and 99c only Stores . Los Angeles is the epicenter for...

Fake Crab Louis Salad

All rise please, the King of Salads is here: Fake Crab Louis! A typical Crab Louis uses real lump crab meat. Well, you'll have to settle...

QUINOA ORZO WITH ASPARAGUS + PRESERVED LEMON DRESSING

Purchasing my first bundle of asparagus each year marks a tectonic shift in our kitchen. I feel ready to let go of heartier soups and star...

PHYLLIS'S RAW ASPARAGUS + FENNEL SALAD

I'm sure those of you who regularly read food blogs are well aware of Phyllis Grant and her bad ass blog, Dash and Bella. Phyllis's ...

ROASTED ASPARAGUS, TOASTY BREAD, SOFT BOILED EGG + CHERVIL

I cannot believe I have yet to share an asparagus recipe with you this spring! When those gorgeous spears come to market, I start buying the...

ASPARAGUS + DUCK EGG FRITTATA

Happy Sunday everyone! If a springy brunch or simple leisurely weekend supper is calling your name, this recipe may be just what you need. I...

ASPARAGUS WITH FETA AND CHERVIL

Finding really good ingredients on the road has been more difficult than I had anticipated. In California we are spoiled by countless, won...

QUINOA SALAD WITH FAVAS AND PRESERVED LEMON

I am always looking for new ways to enjoy quinoa and I suspect this recipe will become a staple for us when favas are in season. If you d...

Italian Roasted Asparagus and Beets with Garlic-Bean Crostini

When I started Yummy Summer nearly a year ago, I wanted to create a place for sharing recipes. One of the most common conversations I have...