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30-Minute Instant Pot Lentil Soup

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There’s nothing more comfortable than a warm bowl of soup during these cold months. Grab your favorite fresh bread and dig into this creamy lentil soup and I am sure you will forget about those freezing cold temperatures.

This super creamy lentil soup is packed with flavors, aromas, and only takes at most 30-minutes to make. Spiced with whole cumin seeds and coriander…there really is no perfect warming spices for this soup. Topped with crunchy sprouts, red pepper flakes for a bit of spice, white sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten it up. 

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If you don’t have an instant pot I highly recommend you to invest in one. Especially if you are a college student. Not only will it save you from buying a bunch of pots/pans, but it takes significantly less time to cook your meals. If I were to make this lentil soup on a stovetop it would have taken an hour opposed to 15 min. to cook. Crazy right? 

Simple saute a few vegetables, and toast the cumin seeds. Pour in the lentils. Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and broth. Put on high pressure and cook for 15 minutes…yes I said only 15 minutes. Viola you have a perfect lentil soup! 

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Vegan Instant Pot Ramen

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I hope you’re not getting tired of college and dorm-friendly recipes, but they can also be useful to anyone who just wants to a follow a simple, no-stress recipe!

This ramen is extremely tasty and only requires an instant pot and 30 min. of your time. No big mess, minimal ingredients, and cheap. With a flavorful broth, crispy tofu, and crunchy toppings this will sure satisfy your taste buds. 

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This recipe is…

  • Easy 
  • Simple 
  • Cheap 
  • Dorm & College-friendly 
  • 100% vegan 
  • Healthy 
  • One-pot friendly 

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Pumpkin Spice Black Bean Brownies

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You’re probably thinking…Did I just say brownies and black beans in the same sentence? Yes I sure did. Believe it not these brownies are incredibly fudgy, chocolatey, and simply melt in your mouth. Black beans add an amazing dense fudginess and trust me…you wont even taste them in the final product. 

An incredibly fudgy chocolate filled black bean brownie with a bit of festive touch by adding pumpkin pie spice. Embedded with gooey chunks of chocolate chips as well!

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If you haven’t had black bean brownies yet and you are a little hesitant to try them then you’re really missing out!

They are protein-packed and a perfect healthy alternative to any sweet treat. 

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Apple Pie Streusel Muffins

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I am officially moved into my dorm! I am both excited, nervous, and still adjusting, but I think I am getting the hang of things. Of course the foodie in me couldn’t wait to bake in the dorms/dorm kitchens…so on the second day I whipped out some ingredients and made a bomb recipe. Don’t worry you can still bake in college you just have to find simple recipes and have the patience!

These super fluffy and moist muffins are embedded with chunks of soft apples and topped with a caramely and crunchy struesal topping. I can say that it is definitely approved by my roomate and floormates. 

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My number one tip for baking in your dorm halls? Prep ALL the ingredients in your dorm and only go into the kitchen to bake them in the oven. This way you don’t have to haul over all your ingredients and equipment down to the kitchen. 

This recipe is both delicious and simple. The perfect duo for college. …

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Creamy Butternut Squash & Roasted Tomato Pasta

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As fall is approaching more squash recipes will be starting to make an appearance. From acorn to delicata to butternut squash they all have many uses. Throw them in soups, bisques, sauces, stews, or simply roast them up.

I started off by roasting mine up with some warming spices then adding them to a blender along with blistered roasted tomatoes, fresh herbs, spices, and a bit more ingredients. The result? An ultra creamy and rich pasta sauce.

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Want to know a secret? Well maybe it’s not so much a secret anymore.

This sauce can create many recipes. Add a bit more liquid and enjoy it as a bisque or thick soup. Keep it thick and dip fresh bread into it. Or keep it as it is and toss it in some pasta noodles. It’s truly the perfect fall recipe….

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Microwave Blueberry Baked Oatmeal in a Mug

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Big news…I just moved into my college dorm! Exciting and stressful time of my life, but I honestly can’t wait for all the new memories and friends that I make.

Living in a dorm may seem like a challenge for foodies out there, but easy college-friendly recipes like this make it a heck of a lot easier.

This super creamy and fruity microwave baked blueberry oatmeal solves all your dorm worries. Cooked just in a mug and in the microwave for 3 min. Tastes exactly like oatmeal that you would bake in the oven which would take an hour plus….definitely not the case here.

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This recipe is…

  • easy
  • simple
  • dorm + college-friendly
  • healthy
  • quick
  • flavorful
  • oh so delicious

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