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by: Foster Meyerson

Posted: Aug 30, 2023 / 01:52 PM EDT

Updated: Aug 30, 2023 / 06:27 PM EDT

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Ah, the school lunch. It can be a struggle for parents to find and pack meals that are healthy and tasty for their kids.

We’ve compiled a list of recipes to help your family be back-to-school rockstars.

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Feel free to box these up without the toothpicks if that’s a concern for your child. These bite-sized turkey wrap wheels go great with some baby carrots and fruit.

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This recipe takes a bit of effort, but it can be a fun activity for the whole family. The final recipe makes up to six servings. It can be halved or doubled to suit your prep needs. It freezes well and lasts up to two weeks if frozen.

Feel free to sub any of the sauce/seasoning options. This also works just fine with marinara sauce or a spicy tomato basil sauce.

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By far, this is the easiest, macro-nutrient-friendly meal to prep. Pack with a side of multi-grain crackers for a nice, complex carb to keep your kids full and fueled throughout the day.

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We recommend cooking no more than a pound of beef at a time and keeping ingredients separate in the fridge for no longer than a week ahead of time. Assemble “day of” so the moisture only has a few hours to work through the different ingredients and affect consistency.

This is a quick and easy snack you can pack or add to an existing meal — simply chop up your kid’s favorite veggies and pack them up with a container of hummus.

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