The semester is quickly coming to an end with just under a month of school left. So while you work on your last papers of the semester, study for your final exams, and begin to pack for home, here are delicious meals for the perfect homecoming. (Bonus points if you make the meal yourself.)
1. Spicy Miso Ramen Soup
Forget that packaged ramen that every college student is guility of depending on.
Recipe here.
2. Kale, Mushroom and Ricotta Calzones
For the healthy college student (deep down) within you.
Recipe here.
3. Spinach, Artichoke and Bacon Stuffed Soft Pretzels
For a hearty appetizer
Recipe here.
4. Brussels Sprouts Hash with Sweet Potatoes and Bacon
Because breakfast matters, too. (Confession: I actually like brussels sprouts.)
Recipe here.
5. Marinated Flank Steak and Lemony Arugula and Feta Salad
We all miss good red meat.
Recipe here.
6. Parmesan Chicken Fingers with Garlic Cheese Sauce
CHEESE.
Recipe here.
7. Bacon Guacomole Grilled Cheese
There’s nothing more comforting than a good grilled cheese sandwhich and nothing more delicious than bacon and guacamole. Might as well make the theme of your homecoming cheese and bacon at this point.
Recipe here.
8. Creamy Cheddar Polenta with Pesto and Oven-Roasted TomatoesA classy Italian meal.
Recipe here.
9. Italian Beef Stew over PolentaA more robust version of the above.
Recipe here.
10. Sweet & Sticky Honey Soy Sauce Chicken StripsNot your regular chicken tenders.
Recipe here.
11. Prosciutto and Arugula PizzaA more refined version of that pizza you’ve been snarfing down at 2 AM.
Recipe here.
BONUS DESSERT
Brownie Cookie Dough Sandwiches
Please and thank you.
Recipe here.
And if you just can’t wait to get home for your sugary fix, try these places to hold you over.