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31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 29

August 29, 2014 by Jenn K Leave a Comment

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 29 | 5DollarDinners.com

I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Cheesy Hot Dog Wraps with Horizon Organic Cheese Sticks (see directions below) Sweet Peas Watermelon For the Cheesy Hot Dog … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 28

August 28, 2014 by Jenn K 1 Comment

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 28 | 5DollarDinners.com

I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Apple Chips Nectarine Almonds Breakfast Bar (like Nutri-grain) Horizon Cheddar Cheese Stick Disclaimer: These ideas are … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 27

August 27, 2014 by Jenn K 3 Comments

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 27 | 5DollarDinners.com

I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Corndog Muffins - send them heated up in a food thermos to stay warm until lunch Horizon Organic Cheese Shapes Cole … [Read more...]

Corndog Muffins

August 26, 2014 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 2 Comments

Want something for your kiddos lunchbox that they'll (probably) gobble up?! While we don't eat that many hot dogs, when we do I prefer to buy the Applegate uncured variety because its a healthier version, but somewhat more expensive! Thankfully my store has a BTS coupon right now, so I've been able to get a few extra packages for the freezer...so I can make more of these in … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 26

August 26, 2014 by Jenn K Leave a Comment

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 26 | 5DollarDinners.com

I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Whole Wheat Pancakes (try my Whole Wheat Carrot Cake Pancakes recipe!) Horizon Cheese Crackers Mandarin Oranges Syrup dipping … [Read more...]

How to Roast Hatch Chiles

August 25, 2014 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 12 Comments

how to roast hatch chile peppers

My trip to the grocery store last week almost brought me to tears. An old friend caught my eye as I entered the store. The beautiful, glossy green pepper I look forward to every year was back. I knew that my weekend would revolve around roasting and enjoying these deliciously warm, smoky, and mildly hot Hatch chiles. If you’re new to Hatch green chile peppers then let me … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 25

August 25, 2014 by Jenn K 4 Comments

I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Sloppy Joe Sliders made with Horizon Organic Cheese Slices Tortilla Chips Dried Fruit Medley Banana Disclaimer: These … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 24

August 24, 2014 by Jenn K Leave a Comment

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 24 | 5DollarDinners.com

I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Turkey (or roast beef!) & Swiss Rollups (roll these up by themselves or in a tortilla or flat bread!) Fig … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 23

August 23, 2014 by Jenn K 2 Comments

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 23 | 5DollarDinners.com

I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! DIY Uncrustables (cut off the crust and crimp with a fork if desired - make these in batches and freeze!) Cheese stick … [Read more...]

Sandwich Cutter & Lunchbox Packing Supplies Deals

August 23, 2014 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 7 Comments

With all the school lunchbox ideas we've been sharing this month, I thought it would be fun to share some great sandwich cutter deals with you!   I've been sharing lots of other ideas besides sandwiches, but let's face it - sometimes they are just going to have sandwiches!  And, that's ok!  Make it fun with different shapes and they won't even care... Here are a few … [Read more...]

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