Social distancing has left people with lots of time on their hands, allowing them to try new recipes and perfect old favorites.
Out of all of the recipes students shared, the most popular items are desserts. From cookies to cakes and everything in between, students are giving in to their sweet tooth.
Junior Mari Grace Alexander recently made an Oreo cheesecake and hopes to make homemade cinnamon rolls next.
Cookies were the most popular choice, with chocolate chip taking the top spot. Freshman Meagan Morrow said that she made a classic chocolate chip cookie recipe, while sophomore Madi Bobb and junior Hannah Becht both said that they tried a recipe comes from “Fixer Upper” stars Chip and Joanna Gaines.
“I’ve made them once a week,” said Bobb. “So good!”
Sophomore Gabe Ernst is also a cookie connoisseur.
“I baked our family’s famous peanut butter chocolate chip cookies,” said Ernst. He added that he’s also made churros.
Another popular suggestion was making bread. If you look on social media, it seems that nearly everyone is using bread making to pass the time.
“[I’m] really loving the idea of a sourdough starter and all the bread,” said senior Anna Renuad.
If you don’t want to make bread but really enjoy eating it, freshman Lily Kesten suggested trying naan. If you’re feeling more adventurous than just typical bread, you could try making homemade soft pretzels like senior Caleb Shaffer.
Students also suggested some savory meal options too.
“Baked chicken and rice, chicken tikka masala and patty melts,” suggested senior Ben Black.
Senior Caleb Norris tried his hand at making gumbo and shared the process from his Twitter account. Juniors Kellen Abner and Ruffin Stanley said that they’ve been enjoying a class favorite — the fried egg sandwich.
“I have made like 40 egg sandwiches,” said Abner.
Like Abner and Stanley, sophomore Katie Consiglio said that she’s also sticking to the classics and has eaten “so much guacamole.”
No need to fear if you’re a vegetarian or vegan — students shared meatless options too. Junior Demarion Johnson suggested buffalo cauliflower, and junior Sylvia Kirkwood shared cauliflower parmesan.
Along with whatever snack you make, you can also get creative with your beverage. For instance, sophomore Olivia Hopper likes to make “violet lemonade” using the wild violets from her backyard.
Based on these suggestions, no matter what you choose to make, you’ll never be bored, hungry or thirsty during social distancing.
