Recipes - The Modern Nonna

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Modern Nonna Recipes

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Oven Baked Rice Casserole

This oven baked rice casserole is a modern take on a traditional Bulgarian dish called “Drob sarma”. Drob sarma is a main course popular in Bulgaria

February 23, 2023

Bread & Dough

Healthy Sandwich Bread

If you’re looking for a healthy sandwich bread, you’ve come to the right place! This bread recipe is free from yeast, dairy, gluten, and takes

February 22, 2023

Entrées

Bulgarian Stuffed Peppers

In my culture, there’s nothing better than Bulgarian stuffed peppers. Stuffed peppers are a traditional dish that can be seen in every Bulgarian household and

February 20, 2023

Soups & Stews

Hidden Veggie Chicken Noodle Soup

Another day, another one of my whole veggie blender soups! I wasn’t going to post or even film this hidden veggie chicken noodle soup, but

February 19, 2023

Desserts

Carrot Cake

This is my favorite carrot cake because it is so simple to prepare, incredibly moist, and not too sweet. I make mine in a loaf

February 18, 2023

Entrées

Crepe Lasagna Rolls

I know you’ve had Lasagna but have you had crepe lasagna rolls? My moms meat filled crepes with bechamel sauce and cheese are what lasagna

February 16, 2023

Pasta

Pink Pasta

Have you ever tried pink pasta? If you haven’t, this is your sign! Here, a creamy vegan alfredo sauce takes on a beautiful pink color

February 12, 2023

Desserts

Black Bean Brownies

If you’re looking for the fudgiest brownies, you’ve come to the right place. The secret ingredient is black beans, but don’t panic as you won’t

February 11, 2023

Appetizers

Baked Peppers with Feta

Stuffed baked peppers with feta are a Bulgarian tradition. You can find versions of peppers like these on every Bulgarian table. These peppers are one

February 9, 2023

Desserts

Baked Apples

My Bapche’s (grandma) stuffed baked apples with walnuts and honey. I couldn’t do a voiceover without getting emotional so I left this video ASMR style.

February 7, 2023