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A chicken caesar sandwich on a fresh baguette.
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By Louise Hart
Growing up, I was always jealous of my friends who came to school with homemade packed lunches. While my options included sloppy Joes, tater tots, pizza, French fries, and chips, my best friend's mom packed her a sandwich, some type of vegetables and dip, and cookies. Best of all, her mom always included a sticky note that said, "I love you."
If you can, why not take a little extra time the night before to pack you child's lunch? Let your kid's lunchbox be the envy of his classmates.
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Give the sandwich bag a rest and pack Pure Cream of Tomato Soup, Chicken & Rice Soup, Summer Rolls with Baked Tofu and Sweet-and-Savory Dipping Sauce, Pasta Salad with Melon, Pancetta, and Ricotta, or Pasta with Tomatoes and Mozzarella.
Healthy cereal bars make a great snack or lunch bag addition.
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Beet, Chickpea, and Almond Dip with Pita Chips
Broccoli Trees with Creamy White-Bean Dip
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