As summer fades and we enter back to school season I want to share some tips for packing lunch for the entire family.
Roasted Red Pepper and Chicken Wrap
These flavorful wraps are sure to appeal to lunchers of all ages in your family.
View recipe »The Blueprint
Let’s start with the blueprint for any balanced and nutritious lunch. Choose at least one food from each of the following food groups: Fruits, Veggies, Grains, Proteins, Dairy or Fats. I like this School Lunch Cheat Sheet from Feeding Littles. It offers suggestions for each food group and can be a helpful reference while packing lunch.
Packing Supplies
Do you have all the gear you need? We have compiled a list of useful items here.
Food Safety
Are you wondering how to keep your nutritious packed lunch safe to eat? We have your questions answered here.
Keep it Affordable
For some, it may be difficult to pack lunch at home and stay within budget. If this is the case, be sure to fill out your school meal application to see if your children are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals.
Regardless of your budget, an ideal packed lunch is easy and affordable. We have some tips here to help with that.
Make Once, Eat Twice
Maximize the time and effort you put into preparing dinner by turning it into lunch for the next day. These recipes make good leftovers.
Allergy-Friendly
Many schools have adopted allergy-friendly policies like going nut-free. Be sure to verse yourself in the school’s policy whether your child has an allergy or not. We have an allergy-friendly resource for you here.