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Dorm Room Dinner Hacks: An Easy, Healthy Upgrade to Microwave Mac & Cheese

Published: Sep 02, 2016 1 min read

Macaroni and cheese is the king of dorm room comfort food. It's practically a staple for college students: carbs and cheese. How can it possibly get any better?

How about healthier?

If mac and cheese is your go-to meal, here's how you can add a veggie and some protein to your comfort dinner. (For more great college cooking ideas, check out "5 Delicious Dinners You Can Make Entirely in Your Dorm Room.")

First: buy any packaged mac and cheese (Easy Mac or Annie's microwave single servings will do). Follow the directions and make the mac and cheese.

Now: Add frozen broccoli florets and packaged tuna to your heart's desire.

And finally? Enjoy!