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31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 31

August 31, 2014 by Jenn K 4 Comments

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

I can't believe it's the last day in our series for school lunchbox ideas! I hope that you've gotten some helpful ideas to inspire you this school year. Make sure you check out ALL of our lunchbox ideas below! What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Whole Wheat Muffins (Try my recipes for Whole Wheat Banana Strawberry Crumb Muffins with no sugar added or my new Whole Wheat … [Read more...]

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 30

August 30, 2014 by Jenn K 3 Comments

31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 30 | 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?! Pizza Pockets (try my homemade Grilled Pizza Pockets) Horizon Organic Cheese Stick Grapes & Cherries Marinara … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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