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Note from the Editor: 
This is a recipe from the cookbook we are currently reviewing, Freshman in the Kitchen. The recipe being reviewed is for Crepes and Fresh Berries with whipped cream made from scratch. Click the link above to read more about the book and let us know what you think!


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I have to admit; the idea of making crepes from scratch seemed a little daunting. Needless to say I soon discovered that the savory dessert that looks so fantastic on a plate, was not quite so difficult to assemble at home.

I started out by following the recipe and mixing the dry ingredients together and then adding in the eggs, butter and vanilla. Everything was coming along well, and it looked as though I was going to have some tasty crepes on my hands until I added in what seemed to be an overwhelming amount of milk. Now, I have concocted my fair share of deserts, however crepes have not been one of them, so when my batter turned into soup I was a bit taken aback. Luckily as I poured the batter in the pan and watched as it cooked, I realized that everything was going to turn out okay. Putting a lot of vegetable or olive oil was definitely a must, as it was delicate work flipping each crepe. After about 4-5 minutes of cooking, the crepes were ready for garnishing.
   
 
 
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Cinnamon- Photo Misty G. at Wellsphere

Ramen Noodles and EZ-Mac shouldn’t be the only staples in a college student’s kitchen. Lets face it, besides easy, prepackaged meals many of us have no idea what exactly what we should be stocking our cupboards with. For all of you who empathize with this, the following is a general guideline for what you might need to pick up on your next trip to the grocery store. 


Baking Staples: Flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and cocoa powder are the most common ingredients used in baking. Your kitchen should contain most of these items, as they are often required in all types of recipes.


Fats and Oils: Butter, cooking spray, olive and vegetable oil have multiple purposes and are used for everything from sautéing vegetables to making your favorite chocolate chip cookies.


Spices: Cinnamon, garlic powder, oregano, basil, and red pepper can help add some flavor to most dishes. Depending on your taste preferences and...