Nowe, that school has resumed I thought I would share 15 School Lunch Ideas with you my family will be making for mine and Charlie’s work. Even though Charlie has graduated he still has to eat and being home all day my grocery budget has tripled. We have to get back on track these recipes is a good start for my family and yours.
Cheeseburger Pinwheels by Dancing Through the Rain
These easy cheeseburger pinwheels make a great lunch for homeschoolers. They can work on their kitchen skills while making a great meal. Add ketchup, mustard, pickles, lettuce or whatever you like before rolling and slicing them up.
Puff Pastry Pizza Hot Pockets by Quiche My Grits
Skip the boxed option and make these easy and cheesy hot pockets at home. They use puff pastry for the flakiest crust. You can add your favorite pizza toppings or make them as is for a great midday meal for the kids.
Ranch BLT Pinwheels by Crayons and Cravings
These easy pinwheels are just the thing to make and serve for lunch. They pack perfectly in a lunchbox or can be enjoyed at home for the homeschool kids. These deliver big bacon rach blt flavor in each slice.
Taco Pinwheels by Dinner at the Zoo
Make some creamy taco pinwheels with the kids for a great lunch. These make a great meal prep item, and are so easy the kids can help you make them. Save a few to put in dads lunch if you can!
Egg Salad by Fantabulosity
Add slices of crispy bacon to egg salad for an easy flavor upgrade. This recipe comes together in minutes for a creamy lunch kids and adults alike can enjoy.
California Club Sandwiches by I Heart Eating
Make a classic California club sandwich to enjoy for lunch with the kids, this recipe tastes great like it would from a restaurant, but is so budget friendly to make at home. It is also easy, so the kids can help you make it.
Turkey Pinwheels by Amanda’s Cookin’
You can’t go wrong with a classic like turkey and cheese pinwheels. You might have all of the ingredients in your kitchen, so why not make them with the kids for an easy meal you can have on hand at home, or in a lunchbox.
Chicken Pot Pie Hand Pies by Quiche My Grits
Stuff pot pie filling into puff pastry hand pies for the best comfort food lunch to enjoy. These are perfect for fall or winter when you need stick to your ribs food.
Ranch Ham Roll Ups by Recipes From a Pantry
Make these ham and cheese roll ups when you want a little change of pace from the standard ham and cheese. This recipe uses ranch cream cheese for a flavorful favorite that is so easy the kids can make them.
Meatball Pita Pockets by Budget Delicious
You can make this hearty lunch with only five ingredients. These are perfect to pack in a lunchbox for any member of the family, or to make together for a homeschool lunch.
Mini Ham Sandwiches by The Soccer Mom
These mini ham sammys are perfect for a school lunch. With cute stars cut out of the middle and little star cheese bites on the side, your little ones are going to love these in their lunchboxes.
BBQ Chicken Salad Wraps by Wholesome Made Easy
Put your leftovers to work with this saucy and tangy twist on chicken salad. This can be made in advance for fast and filling food during the midday meal.
Spooky Spider Sandwiches by Mooshu Jenne
This is such a fun way to upgrade a classic lunch option with a few pretzel sticks, you can make a spooky spider sandwich to the delight of young lunchers.
Lunchbox Notes by Non Screen Activities
You might want to print these fun little notes to add to a packed lunch to let your kids know you are thinking of them, even when they are away from home.
Chicken Cesar Avocado Wraps by xoxo Bella
These chicken Cesar avocado wraps are so flavorful you might forget how healthy they are. Make these for a lunch that rivals a trendy sandwich shop.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates