Recipes - Nutrition For Children

School Lunch Planner

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Sandwiches

Peanut Butter Banana Wrap
A fun take on the standard PB&J
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Ham-and-Veggie Pinwheels
For a meal on the go, make this recipe a couple hours ahead of time and chill, well wrapped in foil
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Tangy Tuna Wraps
This citrusy recipe is a refreshing twist on a classic
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Creamy Chicken Salad
You can use canned, cooked, or rotisserie chicken
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Treats

Surprise Brownies
A cookie and a caramel make these brownies extra yummy
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Peanut Butter-Chocolate Delights
The perfect blend of peanut butter and chocolate
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Walnut Cookies
The nutty flavor is just strong enough in this cookie
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Magic Bars
This classic holiday cookie makes any day of the year special
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