Flaky Cheddar and Jalapeño Biscuits

I had to find a way to use up the jalapeños we are growing, and these biscuits are the perfect solution. They are so light and flaky, with cheese and a bit of spice. I think the biscuits pair perfectly with a bowl of chili or tomato soup, and they also make an amazing breakfast sandwich! Although the biscuits have jalapeños in them, they aren’t so hot that you need to reach for a glass of water. We couldn’t get … Continue reading

Legitimate Quiche Lorraine

I have made quiche many times. It is wonderful. But then I made quiche at my cooking class, and I realized that I’ve been doing it wrong this whole time. While my old quiche was good- eggy and cheesy- it was nothing like the creamy, luscious quiche that this method makes. One bite, and I knew that it is what quiche was meant to be. Even if you think you’ve had a proper quiche, make this one just to be … Continue reading

My Chairs Got a Butt Lift

Our dining chairs were so ugly. I can’t believe we lived with them for four years. When I realized that we will likely be living with them for another few years, it was time to make a change. I had seen my mom reupholster chairs many years ago, so I decided to give it a go. It’s a slightly tiring, slightly fun project with a huge payoff. If you have chairs as ugly as mine, I suggest you give it … Continue reading