Kuhn's Back-to-School Lunch
Your kids may already be asking for new lunch options with school back in full swing. We're here to help you think outside the lunchbox! We've put together some fun lunch options and hacks to make your life easier.Hacks
Use a juice box or yogurt as an ice pack. Freeze juice boxes or yogurt ahead of time, place them in your lunchbox to keep everything cold throughout the morning, then enjoy the cool lunch and thawed juice or yogurt.
Another idea is to use a thermos for hot foods; this helps free up space in a lunchbox and ensures your child has a microwavable safe container.
Apples tend to start to brown by the time lunchtime rolls around. An excellent hack is putting apple and orange slices together, which prevents browning from happening so quickly. To prevent browning, you could also soak your apple slices in a lemon-lime soda overnight.
Reusable liners help keep flavors and textures from mixing, which keeps crackers and other crispy snacks crunchy and produce fresh. They are easy to wash and come in multipacks, so that you can get tons of use out of them. The color options also make lunchtime more fun.
Fun Ideas
Write notes on bananas. Your kids may start to feel overwhelmed with schoolwork and extracurricular activities. Why not add a little joy to their day? Writing a simple note on a banana for them to find at lunch is the perfect way to do just that!
A great way to change the lunch menu is to use seasonal ingredients throughout the school year. Using what is in season is perfect for a fresh lunch. You can also stop into your local Kuhn's for our prepared foods to give you a break in the kitchen.
The little ones love some added fun in their lunch. Try cutting their sandwiches into different shapes. For even more fun, use ziplock bags, a close pin, and their favorite snack to create butterfly snack bags.
A fun option for kids of all ages is lunch kabobs. Using fruits, vegetables, or proteins as kabobs keeps them together nicely in one place, and really, who doesn't love food on a stick?
A DIY lunch kit is a great way for kids to eat healthy while feeling like they have a part in their lunch preparation. Pack all ingredients and leave the rest to them! A few easy examples are cheese and crackers with fruit, cheese or pepperoni pizza, and any sandwich they like.
When lunches get boring, we're here to help. Visit https://www.kuhnsmarket.com/home to start your back-to-school lunch shopping list!