Peanut butter noodles, microwave Nutella cake and other one-pan wonders and no-cook recipes use super-short ingredient lists to avoid extra trips to the dining hall. Dorm cooking challenges include tiny communal kitchens, limited counter space and sometimes only a microwave. Many recipes are ready in minutes and rely on simple hacks, like buying rotisserie or dining-hall grilled chicken and shredding it when cool to prevent sogginess. Quesadillas should be cooked over moderate heat so cheese melts as tortillas crisp. Matcha overnight oats combine oats and iced matcha for a five-minute, make-ahead breakfast that keeps three to four days.
Let's be real, cooking in a college dorm isn't always easy. Tiny communal kitchens, barely any counter space and maybe just a microwave to work with? We've been there. But that doesn't mean you're stuck with ramen and granola bars forever. Whether you're craving something quick between classes or need a midnight snack, these dorm-friendly dishes have your back. Julia Gartland for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne. This satisfying snack or meal from Ali Slagle comes together in 10 minutes or less.
The hack: Buy a Rotisserie chicken or grab some grilled chicken from the dining hall. Shred the meat when it's cool so that it doesn't make the tortilla soggy. Cook the quesadilla over moderate heat, so the cheese melts just as the tortilla gets crisp and golden. Recipe: Chicken Quesadillas Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini. Overnight oats and iced matcha lattes are a great way to start the day.
Collection
[
|
...
]