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Lunch Recipes
Midday recipes that are satisfying without being heavy. Sandwiches, soups, salads and easy bowls for home or the lunchbox.
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About Lunch
Lunch is the midday meal. It should be quick to make and easy to pack or reheat. Sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, pasta and leftovers are all at home here.
Lunch is usually lighter and faster than dinner, and more filling than a snack. Many recipes here use leftovers or simple pantry foods, so you can put something good on the table in a short time.
Questions folks ask
What are quick lunch ideas?
Sandwiches, quesadillas, pasta salad, soup and rice bowls are fast and flexible.
How do I pack a lunch that stays fresh?
Use an insulated bag with an ice pack for cold foods. Use a thermos for hot soup.
Can I use leftovers for lunch?
Yes. Roast chicken, rice, vegetables and pasta often make great next-day lunches. Reheat until steaming hot.
Kitchen tips
- Cook extra dinner on purpose and turn it into lunch.
- Pack dressings and sauces separately so food stays fresh.
- Make soup in a big pot and portion it for the week.
- Toast bread lightly to keep sandwiches from getting soggy.
- Keep cold foods cold and hot foods hot in lunchboxes.