New school year, new lunch ideas

Hi Reader,

Back to school is right around the corner. I rounded up some of my favorite easy, kid-friendly recipes from my site that work surprisingly well for school lunches. And I’m not just talking about sandwiches!

The goal: less morning scrambling, more lunches your kids will actually eat.

I also wanted to share some of my favorite products to make packing lunches easier. My kids have these stainless stell bento boxes that are dishwasher safe, these lunchboxes that come in all kinds of different styles, and these stainless steel water bottles.

Let me know what other lunch-packing products you can't live without!

Molly

Italian Sushi

Italian Sushi is probably one of my best picks for a kid's lunchbox. It's fun to eat, easy to portion into bite-sized pieces, and feels more exciting than a traditional sandwich. You could pack it with grapes, berries, cucumbers, or carrots.

Stuffed Bagel Bites

If you love bagels, and want something quick, easy, and high-protein, this recipe is for you! Made with just three simple ingredients for the dough, they come together fast. No yeast or rising required.

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Molly shares approachable, feel-good recipes made for real life, whether you’re cooking for picky toddlers, hosting friends, or just trying to get dinner on the table. Each week I send recipe inspiration + helpful meal plans!