The next time you make a delicious lasagna, check out these ideas for what to serve alongside it. From breads to vegetables, salads to desserts, this collection includes recipes to help you build a balanced, satisfying meal that complements any style of lasagna. For me, lasagna is the ultimate comfort food. I enjoy all kinds … Read more

If you’re searching for a delicious low carb soup, this Instant Pot Leek & Cauliflower Low Carb Soup is a winner. Our whole family loved it — even the picky eater — and it’s creamy, satisfying, and full of vegetables. Instant Pot Leek & Cauliflower Low Carb Soup Recipe Instant Pot Low Carb Soup When … Read more

Cinnamon buns meet pancakes — a breakfast dream. These Cinnamon Bun Pancakes combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of molasses for tender, fluffy pancakes with that unmistakable cinnamon-roll flavor. No special tools or complicated steps are needed: the cinnamon, brown sugar, and molasses are folded right into the batter. Finish with the required cream … Read more

If you love homemade chocolate chip cookies but want a faster, simpler approach, this recipe is for you. Using self-rising flour removes the need to add baking powder or baking soda — it’s already included — so you get soft, chewy, chocolate-packed cookies with less fuss and the same great flavor. I’ve tested many cookie … Read more

A cold, rainy day called for hearty comfort food. I had some leftover Easter ham, so I made a creamy, cheesy ham and potato chowder to warm everyone up. I had hoped to serve it with homemade buttermilk biscuits, but they turned out dense and inedible, so I baked a par-cooked loaf instead. Sometimes recipes … Read more

{ Most Popular Recipes from 2011 } What a year. While not every part of 2011 was perfect, it was a standout year for the BigBearsWife site. I met so many wonderful people in the online blogging community and learned a great deal from them. I want to thank everyone who helped my little corner … Read more

There are summer salads, and then there’s this one. This zucchini tomato salad balances crunch, juiciness, and substance—so much so it can be a light lunch and actually improves after a few hours in the fridge. It’s essentially a three-ingredient salad (zucchini, tomatoes, and white beans) elevated by a bright, sweet-lemon vinaigrette. If you want … Read more

HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE PITA BREAD This pita bread recipe is simple and reliable. It produces soft, chewy pitas with excellent flavor and a light pocket perfect for stuffing. Although pita is widely available in stores where we live in Qatar, homemade pita is noticeably better: softer, fluffier, and fresher than store-bought loaves. The dough … Read more

Now that spring has arrived, I’m eager to start planting, but with frost still possible here until June I prefer to pace myself. The perfect solution: create an indoor garden that brings the joy of spring inside. While visiting California recently I saw some beautiful succulent bowls at a shopping center. I considered buying one, … Read more

This easy sourdough flatbread recipe uses simple ingredients and no commercial yeast or baking powder. It’s incredibly versatile—perfect for tortillas, wraps, pita, naan, pizza bases, souvlaki, burritos, chips, and more. The dough is vegan, egg- and dairy-free, and simple to prepare. One dough makes many different breads and can be scaled or shaped for the … Read more