This course is designed to prepare seniors for living independently post-high school; whether it be in a college dorm or first apartment. The focus of this course is to prepare healthy, nutritious meals on a budget within a limited amount of time. Cooking labs will consist of preparing dishes in the microwave, grill, oven and stove top. Students will prepare and eat a variety of meals or snacks almost every day of the week. Course favorites include: Breakfast sandwiches, Chocolate Mud Cakes, Barbecue Chicken Nachos, Grilled Shrimp Alfredo, Tacos and Sushi. This course fulfills the graduation requirement for fine and/or practical arts and is housed in the Applied Arts department.