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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...]

Zucchini Feta Bites

August 22, 2014 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Here's a fun new twist on a zucchini side dish. Zucchini is every.where. right now. And it's cheap-o too. This takes just a few minutes to get together, and I tasked my oldest son to get the zucchinis arranged onto the baking sheet, while I dropped the seasoning and feta on them as he went. We made a great team...and had them ready for the oven in a matter of … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 22

August 22, 2014 by Jenn K 2 Comments

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 22 | 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?! Spaghetti (try my recipes for Spinach Spaghetti or Homemade Chunky Spaghetti Sauce) Honeydew Spinach & Dressing with Feta … [Read more...]

Chocolate Raspberry Bites

August 21, 2014 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 4 Comments

Because I love chocolate and I love raspberries. And I love them together. mmmmm. mmmm. This is super simple and goes like this... Melt chocolate chips in the microwave or in a double boiler. Follow the directions on the photo above, using a mini muffin tin. Freeze or chill the bites. (I prefer to freeze mine...so I'm less tempted to eat 13 at one time. … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 21

August 21, 2014 by Jenn K 6 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?! Tiny Tacos (I buy these at Costco, but you could definitely adapt my Taco Bites recipe as well!) Guacamole Horizon … [Read more...]

15 Grab ‘n Go Breakfast Ideas

August 20, 2014 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 7 Comments

15 Grab n Go Breakfast Ideas | 5DollarDinners.com

Well, we've been talking so much about back to school lunches, I almost forgot about the whole 'what's a quick and easy breakfast option that I can grab 'n go' concept! BECAUSE WE ALL HAVE THOSE MORNINGS. I try to get everyone up 15 minutes earlier than I think we need to get up, in order to just get through the morning routine. I don't like the frenzy that happens with … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 20

August 20, 2014 by Jenn K Leave a Comment

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 20 | 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?! Naan with Tzaziki Sauce (a Greek Cucumber Yogurt dip) Cucumber Craisins Horizon Organic Milk Disclaimer: These ideas are … [Read more...]

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