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Home › Recipes › Air Fryer 4 Ingredient Pumpkin Donut Holes By Snejana Andreeva on Sep 10, 2024, Updated Jan 04, 2026 Feel that crisp breeze? 🍂 It’s pumpkin spice season 🎃, and I’m ready to sprinkle it on everything! These 4 Ingredient pumpkin donut holes 🍩 are the ultimate autumnal treat: so easy to prepare, much lighter and nutritious than your average donut, and they’re made with minimal sugar ....

Home › Recipes › Appetizers Alfredo Chicken Wings By Snejana Andreeva on Feb 18, 2022, Updated Apr 08, 2024 I know you’ve had Alfredo sauce on pasta, but have you tried it on wings? If you haven’t, I am about to change your life with these 🍗 Alfredo Chicken Wings. This recipe is not only delicious but incredibly easy ! The Alfredo sauce just takes ⏲️ 30 minutes from start to finish, and I suggest you make double as you won’t be able to get enough....

Home › Recipes › Breakfast Foods Baked Feta Eggs By Snejana Andreeva on Sep 11, 2024 We know feta makes everything betta, right? So when I saw my good friend Yumna @feelgoodfoodie make this Baked Feta Eggs dish, I knew I had to try it too. This is a really cool way to enjoy eggs 🥚 for breakfast or lunch, plus it’s packed with protein 💪! Because this dish is made and baked in one baking dish , it’s easy to put together and clean up, saving you lots of time in the kitchen....

Home › Recipes › Desserts Best Banana Bread Recipe By Snejana Andreeva on Nov 01, 2021, Updated Jun 19, 2024 This is hands-down the Best Banana Bread Recipe you’ll find online. It’s not the healthiest recipe on my website, but I definitely did try to include better-for-you alternatives . I’ve used a plant-based milk here and have significantly reduced the amount sugar. I personally feel anything more than half a cup is way too sweet for me and too much for a 🍌 banana bread loaf but feel free to adjust these ingredients according to your liking....

Home › Recipes › Soups & Stews Easy Pastina Soup By Snejana Andreeva on Sep 14, 2022, Updated Apr 14, 2025 This Easy Pastina Soup 🍲 is incredibly comforting and healing, making it the ultimate 🇮🇹 Italian comfort food. This recipe is so nostalgic and something that you can find every Italian making in their own special way. It is incredibly healthy, nutrient-dense, and good for the soul. Why You’ll Love Easy Pastina Soup How To Prepare Nonna’s Tip ⭐ Easy Pastina Soup Substitutes and Variations Best Served With Similar Recipe Common Questions Easy Pastina Soup Recipe Why You’ll Love Easy Pastina Soup 🍝 Versatile Pastina : Discover the charm of “pastina” pasta, those tiny pasta shapes that make this dish a delight for all ages....

Home › Recipes › Salads and Sides Greek Potatoes with Feta By Snejana Andreeva on Oct 26, 2021, Updated Oct 23, 2025 These sensational Greek Potatoes with Feta will transport you to a seaside 🌊 taverna on the Greek coast. Lemon juice and olive oil keep everything juicy while the potatoes bake, covered, in the oven, and roasted garlic, salty feta, and Greek seasoning bring home the flavors of the Mediterranean ....

Home › Recipes › European Inspired Pastitsio Recipe By Snejana Andreeva on Dec 06, 2024, Updated Jan 11, 2025 You’ve been waiting for this Pastitsio recipe , and I am finally delivering 😅! This dish is a true classic—what Greeks often refer to as their version of lasagna! This is the version my mom learned to make when we lived in Heraklion, Crete 🇬🇷. Why You’ll Love This Pastitsio Recipe Recipe Tips Nonna’s Tip 🏛️ Variations and Substitutions for Greek Pastitsio Recipe Best Served With Similar Recipes Common Questions Greek Pastitsio Recipe Recipe As many of you know, we moved to Crete because of my dad’s water polo 🤽 career....

Home › Recipes › European Inspired Penne alla Vodka By Snejana Andreeva on Dec 07, 2021, Updated Jun 04, 2024 This Penne alla Vodka is everything I want in a plate of pasta: creamy , cheesy and so so delicious. To be honest, if I could have 🍝 pasta for all 3 meals of the day, I totally would lol. Pasta is probably my favorite food in the world and I can never get enough....

Home › Recipes › Appetizers Pizza Pockets Recipe By Snejana Andreeva on Mar 01, 2022, Updated May 27, 2024 This Pizza Pockets recipe will have you ditching those 🧊 frozen pizza pockets for good. My version takes only 30 minutes from start to finish and all you need is just a few simple ingredients. These are so much more delicious , have no “extra” ingredients and the dough is absolutely everything....

Home › Recipes › Soups & Stews Authentic Matzo Ball Soup By Snejana Andreeva on Sep 30, 2025, Updated Jan 28, 2026 Make your Bubby 👵 proud with this Authentic Matzo Ball Soup! My community inspired this recipe by sharing their bubbies’ authentic recipes with me. I combined bits and pieces from each one to make it as authentic as possible. From mixing to simmering, this recipe takes a little over an hour and a half ⏱️....

Home › Recipes › Breakfast Foods Copycat Starbucks Egg-Bites with Ricotta By Snejana Andreeva on Nov 01, 2021, Updated Nov 13, 2023 If you’ve already tried my Copycat Starbucks Egg White Bites and Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites , you’ll love this variation. Instead of using cottage cheese, this recipe uses ricotta cheese , elevating the texture and creaminess factor 🤤. Why You’ll Love Copycat Starbucks Egg-Bites with Ricotta How to Prepare Nonna’s Tip🥚 Variations and Substitutions Other Starbucks Bites Common Questions Copycat Starbucks Egg-Bites with Ricotta Recipe Say goodbye to overpriced store-bought breakfast bites and frustrating drive-through lineups....

Home › Recipes › Soups & Stews Cream of Zucchini Soup By Snejana Andreeva on Nov 12, 2022, Updated Aug 06, 2024 This Cream of Zucchini Soup is something my parents have been making me for as long as I can remember. We don’t traditionally use heavy cream in our 🍲 soups, but that doesn’t mean we don’t love a creamy soup! The secret ingredient? We add 🥔 potatoes instead to achieve that luscious, thick, and creamy texture....

Home › Recipes › Dips & Spreads Homemade Cottage Cheese By Snejana Andreeva on Jun 04, 2025, Updated Nov 02, 2025 Good Cottage Cheese is hard to find, and as a Canadian, my choices are more limited than my dad’s range of emojis when he texts 👍. Not to mention that most of the cottage cheese options on the market are full of gums and ingredients you can’t even pronounce. Like whyyyyyy 🤦‍♀️?...

Home › Recipes › Breakfast Foods How to Cook Bacon in the Oven By Snejana Andreeva on Nov 25, 2022, Updated Aug 23, 2025 If you’ve ever wondered How to Cook Bacon in the Oven, then you’re in for a game changer. No more standing over the stove or dodging grease splatters 🏃‍♀️ – the oven does all the work here! The result? You get crispy , perfectly cooked bacon 🥓 every....

Home › Recipes › Salads and Sides Mixed Bean Salad By Snejana Andreeva on Feb 24, 2022, Updated Mar 04, 2024 Avoiding salads because they aren’t filling enough? Say less. This Mixed Bean Salad 🥗 is the perfect cross between a protein-packed meal and a light refreshing salad. Covered in an irresistible dressing (I could chug 😉) that makes every bite flawless, this salad will never leave you hangry. Why You’ll Love This Mixed Bean Salad How to Prepare This Mixed Bean Salad Nonna’s Tip Variations and Substitutions for Mixed Bean Salad Similar Recipes Best Served With Common Questions Mixed Bean Salad Recipe View this post on Instagram A post shared by Snejana Andreeva (@themodernnonna)...

Home › Recipes › Appetizers Viral Goat Cheese Board By Snejana Andreeva on Sep 19, 2022, Updated Dec 22, 2022 Have you seen my latest viral butter board video? Butter boards are one of the best creations I have ever come across. After the butter board trend went viral on both Instagram and TikTok, I had to make this creamy goat cheese version 🤤. Why You’ll Love This Goat Cheese Board What is a Goat Cheese Board Variations and Substitutions Nonna’s Tip Best Served With Other Similar Recipes Common Questions Viral Goat Cheese Board Recipe Why You’ll Love This Goat Cheese Board This Viral Goat Cheese Board is perfect for a large gathering or party ....

Home › Recipes › Guides Weight Loss Recipes By Snejana Andreeva on Apr 12, 2025, Updated Jul 31, 2025 Okay, friends, buckle up. This one’s a very special guide — and I’ve been so excited to share it with you ✨! If you’ve been following along over the past year, you might’ve seen me embark on a wild (and slightly emotional 🥲) weight loss journey. Let’s just say… my early 30s were not the era of “effortlessly fit” for me....

Home › Recipes › Dips & Spreads Avocado Hummus By Snejana Andreeva on Apr 11, 2024 I recently had the pleasure of travelling to Mexico, as my family and I were hosted at Hotel Xcaret Arte . Aside from the beautiful scenery, immaculate amenities and breathtaking beach, the food was top-notch 👌. One dish that left a lasting impression on me was the Avocado Hummus I had at Chef Roberto Solis’ restaurant called Kibi Kibi ....

Home › Recipes › Desserts Black Bean Brownies By Snejana Andreeva on Feb 11, 2023, Updated Aug 13, 2024 My Black Bean Brownies are out of this world delicious. If you’re looking for a fudgy-soft brownie, you’ve come to the right place. The secret ingredient is 🫘 black beans, but don’t panic as you won’t be able to taste them at all! These 🍫 brownies are incredibly easy to make, packed with protein , and gluten-free since I’ve used oats....

Home › Recipes › Drinks & Smoothies Brazilian Lemonade By Snejana Andreeva on Apr 27, 2023, Updated Sep 06, 2024 This Brazilian Lemonade lives up to the hype! And, yes, it’s made with limes , not lemons BUT I’m not lying to you. The reason why Brazilian Lemonade is called a lemonade and not a limeade is due to the translation. In Portuguese, limão is the term for 🍋‍🟩 lime, so everyone calls it limonada ....