Peanut-free lunch delights
Is your child tired of the same-old same old in his lunch? We know you must be tired of making the same recipes all of the time.
Give one of these healthy peanut-free recipes a try!
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Jamaican Patties
These portable patties are great to tuck into your child's lunch. Feel free to adjust the fillings to whatever they'd prefer.
Get the recipe here
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Jamie's Lovely Chunky Minestrone
A satisfying soup that's packed with veggies sweetened by the cooking process is a great midday meal for kids.
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Flaxseed and Sesame Crackers
These healthy crackers are perfect for dipping in some protein-rich hummus.
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Picnic Chicken Fingers
What kid wouldn't love to find chicken fingers in his lunch bag? Just pop them in a Thermos and they're good to go.
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Oatmeal Flax Chocolate Chip Cookies
A little treat is a fun thing to include in your child's lunch. Plus these cookies are full of healthy fats thanks to the barley flour and the flax, not to mention the fibre in the oatmeal.
Get the recipe here
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Fishless Sticks
A new take on lunch, these breaded tofu sticks are super tasty.
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Cream Cheese and Banana Wrap
This recipe will help your child meet his daily calcium, protein and fruit and veg needs. Plus, it's yummy.
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Roasted Red Pepper and Pesto Hummus
Standard hummus is a kid favourite, but try this version to add some vitamin-C power to your child's lunch.
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Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
This classic soup is so full of goodness and great for fighting off colds and flu.
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Four-Square Pizza
Got more than one kid to pack lunch for? Then make up one of these pizzas and you can please them all!
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