Cheap lunch box food ideas?

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I have 2 kids in elementary school. they are complaining that their breakfast and lunch at school is either gross or cold by the time they get through the line and get to sit down and eat.

I am thinking I am paying $33.50 a week for crap at school so taking their lunch might be a better idea.

what are some ideas for the main meal in their lunch box?

i know i can get a cold bottle and put juice or milk in ot and freeze it and give them fresh fruit or yogurt but what other things can you put in lunch boxes. Im scared of putting cold or hot foods that will not stay cold or hot.

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I think the cheapest way to do things is not buy prepackaged.
I send bagels with cream cheese from home for lunch ( you could for breakfast)
Pre toasted waffle cut in half with PB-- Or Cereal in a bag
Buy a large bag of pretzels and put them in the bags themselves. Or cookies, or crackers or
I buy Go-gurts and freeze them and they are thawed by lunch.
I bought a freezer back ($1) at walmart to keep sandwiches cold.
I send them water bottles with ice cubes and they are cold all day.
I never really got into thermos but I have friends that send Mac and cheese in them or ramen noodles.
Cut up apples and toss with cinn and sugar so they don't look brown by lunch

How can i keep food warm until lunch time in school?

KEN

is there a special container that keeps the temperature of the food?

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a hot/cold bag...(im not trying to be smart) that's really the name of it!! its designed to keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold, you should look into it, they come in different sizes...hope i helped

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what can i take for my school lunch?

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tweety gir

theres about 2000 or more kids in my new high school and i have the last lunch so not only does the food suck when i get there but im usually way back in the line because my previous class is so far away from the cafeteria and i dont have time to eat anything. i was thinking i could take my own lunch but i need some variety. the only thing i can really think of is a home made sub sandwich and i cant think of anything else to go with it(i dont really want chips), any other ideas for lunches? also does anyone know of a good type/brand of lunch box or something that can keep hot food hot and cold food cold?
oh, and can we be mature about this?

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Sandwiches are the easiest, and there are about a million different varieties to make. Cold pasta is also really good for lunch. You can also take salads or soups, depending on the weather. Invest in a good thermos, they are soo handy for soup, hot chocolate, hot water, etc. Take a lot of veggies, they are good for you and its better to snack on them than chips or snack foods. Try dried fruits and trail mix. Load up on fresh fruits too. I use an insulated bag that keeps everything the proper temperature.

Have any lunch ideas for people who work outside?

Bonnie Ste

I'm looking for lunch on the go ideas for workers with no microwave, or table. Workers in areas such as construction, landscaping, trucking, etc.... Any help appreciated.

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You did not describe the scenario. I am assuming you are feeding men who work for you or you want to bring and sell food at job sites. If you want to sell at job sites make sure you are properly incensed to do so and have board of heath approval for your kitchen. I had a small landscaping business for 10 years. I had 2 foremen and 2 full time laborers. When I needed extra man power I hired day labor from a local agency. I always fed my guys lunch. I had a large water cooler on the truck. I also had an ice chest with Gator Aid or Power Aid, and sandwich fixings - sliced meat, cheese, mayonnaise and mustard. A loaf of bread and individual bags of chips. Some times I made tuna or chicken salad for sandwiches. On the last day of the job I would bring a cold shrimp pasta salad. In the winter I had had thermos bottles so each man could have a small cup of hot soup or chili with the sandwich - served in a Solo cup about 1/2 full. Laborers need carbs and fats to keep their energy up. I never had soft drinks or caffeine drinks on the job site. I treated my guys well and in general they worked well. There was always the lazy odd ball that I drove back to the agency at lunch time and refused to pay the agency. After a couple of times the agency took care to send me men who were actually willing to work. I had no use for warm bodies.. Hard workers require fuel so allow for at least 2 sandwiches and 2 individual bags of chips per man. I shopped at Sam's Club where I could buy in bulk.

Good luck

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What are some packable lunch ideas, provided work doesn't have a fridge or a microwave?

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Diana

Hi! I need some ideas for lunches to pack for my fiance. His work doesn't have a fridge, nor a microwave. I want something that wouldn't go back, would still taste fine, wouldn't make a mess, can be eaten cold, and yet delicious.
Thanks!

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My spouse has the same deal no fridge or microwave.
1st. he has a Thermal lunch "bag". we keep ice packs in the freezer to rotate. We do fresh salads with meat toppings(usually grilled steak, pork or chicken) Tuna or Salmon Salad also. takes a little planning I make them up as I'm making dinner most nights. I gave him for Christmas a wide mouth (10oz) thermos for hot foods, homemade(or can) soups & chilis etc. These do have to be made in the morning. Microwave the food, heat the thermos with hot water & it will stay hot for 5 hours.
Add fresh fruit, snack bars you have a better lunch than they can buy out without spending big bucks & MUCH healthier.

what type of lunch do you send in a childs lunchbox?

ChrissyL

My daughter starts preschool and I was wondering what type of lunch you send wiht your child in a lunch box if it sits out all morning?

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You want to provide them with 5 components. 1 from each of the following groups:

Fruit- natural fruit snacks, fresh fruits, juice whatever she will eat
Vegetable- use a variety of whatever she will eat
Grain- Graham Crackers, Bread, Cereal
Protein- Cheese, Meat, Peanut Butter
Milk- White is best it helps to build strong bones and provide vitamin D

Sandwiches make an easy good combination because you can have grain in the bread, and protein in whatever you choose to make, tuna, pb & j, grilled cheese.

Invest in a good lunch bag for her that helps keep food cold or hot. If you can get one with seperate compartments for hot and cold that could be useful.

Food is safe to eat after sitting out within four hours. The quality may not be great but it is safe. Hope this helps

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What are some packable lunch ideas, provided work doesn't have a fridge or a microwave?

lunch bags for hot and cold food image

Diana

Hi! I need some ideas for lunches to pack for my fiance. His work doesn't have a fridge, nor a microwave. I want something that wouldn't go back, would still taste fine, wouldn't make a mess, can be eaten cold, and yet delicious.
Thanks!

Answer
My spouse has the same deal no fridge or microwave.
1st. he has a Thermal lunch "bag". we keep ice packs in the freezer to rotate. We do fresh salads with meat toppings(usually grilled steak, pork or chicken) Tuna or Salmon Salad also. takes a little planning I make them up as I'm making dinner most nights. I gave him for Christmas a wide mouth (10oz) thermos for hot foods, homemade(or can) soups & chilis etc. These do have to be made in the morning. Microwave the food, heat the thermos with hot water & it will stay hot for 5 hours.
Add fresh fruit, snack bars you have a better lunch than they can buy out without spending big bucks & MUCH healthier.

what type of lunch do you send in a childs lunchbox?

ChrissyL

My daughter starts preschool and I was wondering what type of lunch you send wiht your child in a lunch box if it sits out all morning?

Answer
You want to provide them with 5 components. 1 from each of the following groups:

Fruit- natural fruit snacks, fresh fruits, juice whatever she will eat
Vegetable- use a variety of whatever she will eat
Grain- Graham Crackers, Bread, Cereal
Protein- Cheese, Meat, Peanut Butter
Milk- White is best it helps to build strong bones and provide vitamin D

Sandwiches make an easy good combination because you can have grain in the bread, and protein in whatever you choose to make, tuna, pb & j, grilled cheese.

Invest in a good lunch bag for her that helps keep food cold or hot. If you can get one with seperate compartments for hot and cold that could be useful.

Food is safe to eat after sitting out within four hours. The quality may not be great but it is safe. Hope this helps

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