Dorm Food Gets Schooled
Think the Freshman 15 is inevitable? Not with these nutrient-packed recipes that are quick, simple and require only the most basic kitchen tools.
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Kettle Noodle Soup

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Black Bean Toaster Tostadas

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Ricotta Breakfast Toast

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Mediterranean Veggie Toast

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No-Bake Cranberry Apple Oat Bars

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What You’ll Need: Most school residence kitchens don’t exactly overflow with fancy equipment. We’ve kept these recipes straightforward, so you only need these basic items.
- Refrigerator
- Toaster oven (and its baking tray)
- Electric kettle with wide lid opening
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 8 x 8-inch baking dish
- 1 4-cup glass canning jar with lid
- Box grater
- Colander or fine-mesh sieve
- Can opener
- Long-handled wooden spoon
- Cutting board
- Small & large heat-proof bowls
- Dinner plate & large soup bowl
- Table fork, knife & spoon
- Sharp chef’s knife & paring knife
- Cloth kitchen towel, paper towels
- Wax paper