Looking for Lunch Time Ideas

Dear Home-Ec 101,
I have been trying to figure out how to be more creative and cook from scratch since I know processed or over-processed foods can't be good for us. My kids started eating school lunches again and as I watch them put on more weight, I am realizing I need a creative, fun way to offer them a healthier take from home school lunch some how…. any suggestions?
Signed,

Flummoxed by Lunch

Heather says:

This is the type of question I like to open up to the greater Home Ec 101 community.

Jenn Fowler (happy birthday, my friend) often does a lunchbox report on her site FrugalUpstate. Maybe she'll share a link to that series in the comments below.

Bento Boxes (if you have serious time on your hands)

Salads

Soup

Hummus

Yogurt & Fruit

Just be aware sometimes schools pay attention to what you pack and have different ideas of what constitutes healthy and balance. It's just a good idea to remember this, after all, they count a packet of ketchup as a serving of vegetables. (Let that sink in)

If you are a blogger and share what you pack for your kids, feel free to link to yourself in the comments below.

Otherwise, chime in with your suggestions for healthy lunch box ideas.

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