While sandwiches have reigned superior on many a family’s lunch menu, you may find that a bit of variety is just what is needed to give your child an enthusiasm for nourishing his or her body.  School is hard work and kids need a chance to fuel up.  There are many convenient options for giving your child a healthy and delicious lunch.  Discover your child’s tastes and build on that.  Add a side of fruit of cut vegetables for a well-rounded meal.

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Here are some ideas for your to tailor to your family’s tastes.

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• Wraps – You can put almost anything in a tortilla or a wrap.  Roll it up and slice it and you have instant fun!
• Bagel – Add a small container of some cream cheese or a wedge of Laughing Cow’s spreadable cheese and a little spreader.  Include some sliced strawberries to layer on the bagel and cream cheese.
• Breakfast for Lunch – Have some leftover pancakes?  Send a couple with a small container of syrup and a couple of slices of bacon and a hard-boiled egg.
• Dinner Leftovers – Turn dinner into lunch the next day when you purposely make extra portions.
• Mini-Quiche – Eggs and veggies baked into individual-sized portions are a perfect lunch for kids.  Bake the egg mixture in a muffin tin, then freeze the leftovers for a later day.
• Pita Wedges – Toasted pitas cut into wedges make a fun way to eat just about anything:  cheese slices, meat slices, tuna or chicken salad, hummus, salsa.

What are your favorite healthy lunches for kids?  What are your tricks for making lunch quick and convenient?

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