Exploring Cooking & Science
There’s chemistry involved every time we cook, and our ultimate goal is to Student-Proof our recipes so no one has to do any guesswork. All of our recipes include supplemental information about the science of what you’re trying to make, explained in a way anyone could understand.
Peanut Butter & Bell Pepper Chilled Noodles
On a hot summer’s day, there’s nothing like a bowl of icy noodles to cool you down. The creamy richness of the peanut butter and roasted bell pepper sauce gives you the pick-me-up you need to keep you both full and feeling light.
Charred Kale and “Meat”balls over Coconut Noodles
This noodle dish is the perfect thing for a quick, cozy evening to yourself. It’s got the salt, acid, and heat to keep you feeling full and satisfied. The spicy “meatballs” go perfectly with the crispy, soy sauced kale, and are both balanced out by the creamy garlic coconut noodles.
Red Lentil Dal Tadka
Dal Tadka is a Northern Indian style lentil dish that’s hearty and comforting, while still being extremely packed with nutrients and delicious! It’s the perfect meal for a cold or dreary day to brighten up your evening. For only $2/portion and easily made a vegan, how can you beat it?
Bacon & Egg Breakfast Cups
Ready in 30 minutes, this easy, bite-sized breakfast is a great way to give you energy all day with its spinach and sun dried tomato base. The crispy bacon perfectly compliments the runny egg yolk, and is only enhanced by the baked feta topping the whole thing. It’s a low effort, high reward breakfast that’s perfect for a weekend or weekday! And did we mention it’s only about $1 per serving?
Sweet Potato Breakfast Bake
Sweet potatoes are filled with complex carbs that really help jumpstart your energy! Whether vegetarian or not, this recipe has meat substitutes that have got you covered. And is any breakfast bake complete without some eggs? I think not! That extra protein will help keep you going all day, especially when you pair it with the avocado topping!
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Nothing screams summer like a grill-charred, succulent chicken. Marinated to perfection in a vibrant herbal blend of basil and dill, this juicy chickens tops a creamy sun-dried tomato pasta to help bring your weeknight meal to the next level. Perfect on a grill or on a screaming hot skillet, this meal helps make the most of these peaceful summer evenings.