Back to School Lunch Ideas
It's that time of year again, the kids are going back to school! This means changes to your everyday schedule; morning routines, after school activities and packing lunches for your children. Figuring out what to pack for your child’s lunch can be difficult when you want to switch things up but might be dealing with some picky eaters.This can be a challenging and stressful time for students and parents alike, so allow our team at Kuhn’s Market to make you feel at ease and take some of the pressure off of your shoulders. Kuhn’s has a plethora of items that will allow you to be as creative as you’d like, that won’t have you feeling rushed in the morning. Here are a few ways to put a twist on some lunch-time classics that will leave even the pickiest of eaters satisfied.It would be nearly impossible to discuss back to school and not mention the classic, peanut butter and jelly. This fan favorite can be mixed and matched in a myriad of ways, crunchy or smooth peanut butter, strawberry or blackberry jelly, white or wheat bread. To add an interesting flare to your child’s favorite sandwich, try using different molds to shape the sandwich into interesting designs such as hearts or stars. This makes your child’s lunch a source of entertainment and will surely be a lunch table showstopper.
Another fun and easy idea to incorporate into your kid’s back to school lunches is to prepare a Bento box. A Japanese staple, these popular boxes offer the ability to have a little taste of a few different items. This allows you to control the amount of chips, fruit, nuts, sandwich or dessert your child is eating in the cafeteria, ensuring they are getting all of their essential nutrients during their busy day.
Kuhn’s Tip: You can make an at home trail mix as a fun way to spend time with your children while simultaneously meal prepping lunches for the week. Include this in a Bento box or as an afterschool snack to ensure that your children are getting the right nutrients and stay full for longer.
If your family is as big of charcuterie board fans as most, a quick high-protein filled option would be to prepare some meat and cheese roll ups. Choose your favorite deli meat from Kuhn’s deli counter; prosciutto, salami, pepperoni, and wrap it around your favorite cheese for the perfect lunch option. Pair this with some fresh fruit or pretzels and you have a charcuterie board on the go!
There are many quick and easy lunches that will save you time in the morning and Kuhn’s Market has all of the options to make your mornings more efficient. It is important to not forget to feed yourself while you are preparing lunch for your children. Pack yourself your own customizable Bento box or stop by your local Kuhn’s prepared foods department and get some delicious food for yourself. Don’t forget to follow us on social media and keep your eye out for future recipe tutorials and exciting announcements to come! If you have the opportunity to test out any of these recipes don’t forget to tag us on social media with #kuhnsrecipes for your chance to be shared on our page!