Filling the Virtual Lunchbox
It’s that time of year when, after a relaxed summer, both parents and kids have to start thinking (and sometimes stressing) about what to pack for a healthy lunch. When I was young, each kid in our family made their own lunch, and this often led to some pretty interesting (and not necessarily healthy) combinations. Our options were pretty much limited to peanut butter and jelly or some lunch meat and cheese combo, with several processed items as sides.
I wish we had had the tips and recipes from iLunchBox when I was younger. There are so many more options out there than your basic sandwich. Check out the Armenian-Inspired Chicken Pinwheels or perhaps the Chicken Tortilla Soup! These recipes (and the dozens of others) are healthy, flavorful, and simple enough for your kids to make themselves, or at least help you with. Plus, with sophisticated flavors, Moms and Dads will be equally excited about making a little extra for their own lunches.
iLunchBox has more than just great recipes. The site also features tips for cooking with your kids, handy shopping lists, and articles about nutrition and food sustainability. Go for the recipes, but don’t forget to check out the rest of the site’s great content!
