7 simple foods to make during a snowstorm
When a snowstorm threatens to hit, lots of advice flies around the Web about which essentials to stock up on, and which recipes work best when hunkered down in your apartment. But students don't usually buy the "essentials," because most of the cooking is done in a microwave.
Good thing there are lots of microwave-friendly foods to keep you warm and well-fed.
Here are things you can make if even the university dining hall shuts down -- or there's simply too much ice and snow to risk the walk to the building.
1. Soup, obviously
The next best thing to a simmering stew on the stove? A fully loaded baked potato soup. It's dense, it's filling, so check out this recipe right now.
2. Hot Pockets (um, yes)
If you feel guilty that you're skimping on a "real" meal when you go this always-awesome dinner route, now's the time to do it without a second thought. There are so many different flavors to chose from — ranging from bacon, egg and cheese to meatballs and mozzarella — you're sure to find a flavor you love.
3. Pancakes
Sure, the frozen-food aisle has delicious microwavable pancakes, but if you prefer your stacks homemade, then check out this recipe.
4. Mozzarella sticks
This may be the perfect food for a snowy day because they won't mess up your couch if you drop them. (Yes, clearly you'll be binge watching TV when the snow hits.) Unless, of course, you like to eat them with warm marinara sauce.
5. Pasta (bonus: a coffee pot recipe)
Forget Ramen noodles. If you're in the mood for pasta, follow this recipe to prepare in the microwave. Tip: pasta can also be made in a coffee pot.
6. Mac and Cheese because of course
You already know the many versions out there. But if you want a delicious one that takes a little bit more effort, check out this recipe that's almost as good as mom's.
7. Desserts
A delicious dessert is only seconds away; make almost anything, from cake to pumpkin pie to cookies.
Nancy Peyton is a student at Marshall University and a member of the Paste BN College contributor network.
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