Lunch Recipes

From soups and sandwiches to brown bag inspirations, these fun recipes take the guess work out of kids' lunches.

Mac-and-Cheese Soup

A favorite dinner in a soup! We added a few vegetables as well but the kids will still love this one dish meal.

Bean and Cheese Quesadillas

To reheat leftover quesadillas warm them in a dry frying pan.

Thai Chicken-Broccoli Wraps

Broccoli slaw makes a quick filler for these healthy chicken sandwiches. Peanut sauce adds extra flavor.

35 Celebrity Chef-Inspired School Lunch Ideas

Picky kid? Nut-free school? Slow eater? Celebrity chefs forked over 35 simple ideas that take the stress out of packing.

20 Dinner-Worthy Sandwich Recipes They'll Love

Like the sliced bread they're served on, sandwiches are an ingenious modern invention--perfect for lunches and quick weekday dinners. Our inspired recipes for sandwiches, wraps, and burgers are sure to please your crowd.

Healthy School Lunches & Snacks

Make school lunches healthy and fun with these easy brown bag lunch ideas. Transform classic lunches, from tuna to PB&J to turkey and cheese, into healthier recipes. Kids will also love the healthy snack ideas that will keep them full throughout the day.

Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids

Here are some healthy lunch ideas that kids will love.

Jammie Sammie

With just a heart-shaped cookie cutter, you can transform a classic PB&J into something extra special, Kids will "love" finding this sandwich surprise in their lunch box.

Crispy Tilapia Cakes

Make a tasty spread for the tilapia cakes: Combine equal parts plain Greek yogurt, mayo, and ketchup. Grown-ups might appreciate the addition of a little horseradish.

Ravioli Soup

Kids will like the mini cheese ravioli used in this main dish soup. It's made with ground turkey, which keeps it low in fat and calories.

Curry in a Hurry

Sweet and mildly spicy, this chicken and rice dinner recipe will likely become a family favorite.

Let's Do Lunch: The Best Back-to-School Sandwiches

Your mom mission this school year: Pack nutritious lunches for your child every single day. Our healthy sandwich selects will get you on your way.

Lunch Box Snacks

Your kids won't be tempted to trade snacks with their friends when their lunch boxes come packed with goodies as tasty as these. Meanwhile, you can feel good knowing they're eating wholesome brain food instead of vending machine fare.

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