It's time for a little mid-day magic! Forget that same-old lunch you keep serving and try something new. Our recipes make it easy with hundreds of fast, fresh and tasty lunches the whole family will love.

• Sandwich Recipes
  Start by giving your sandwich selection a boost. We've got new twists and old favorites, from Asian Turkey Meatball Wraps and Brown-Bag Bean Burritos to Stovetop Grilled Cheese Sandwiches.

• Salad Recipes
  It's easy being green, thanks to these quick and easy salad recipes. These gems feature kid-friendly ingredients, including pasta, crisp lettuce, healthy vegetables and even popcorn.
  
  
• Soup Recipes
  Soup fills little (and not-so-little) tummies with the goodness of vegetables, cheese and pasta. Break out the crackers and dig in!
  
  
• Egg Recipes
  Get cracking on lunch with our kid-friendly Hashbrown Quiche, Egg in a Hole and Frittata. Preheat the skillet now!
  
  
• Comfort Food Recipes
  Warm your family's hearts and tummies with comfort foods like Macaroni and Cheese, Irish Chicken Stew with Dumplings and Quick and Easy Tuna Casserole.
  
  
• Grilling Recipes
  It's time to fire up the grill! Play it safe with our Quick and Easy Cheeseburgers or go exotic with our Barbecue Teriyaki Pork Kabobs or Chicken and Bacon Kabobs. Whatever you choose, you'll love these meals.
  
  
• Stir Fry & Noodle Recipes
  Make lunch in a flash with healthy stir fries and noodles. Some of our favorites: Garlic Chicken Stir Fry, Broccoli Beef and Easy Pad Thai Noodles.

• Mexican Recipes
  Ready for a mid-day fiesta? Then serve up some Cheddar and Chicken Enchiladas, Black Bean Quesadillas or Chicken Chimichangas.
  
  
• Pizza Recipes
  Pizza on a bagel or hamburger bun? Ranch sauce instead of tomato? Get these and more surprising pizza-related recipes now.
  
  
• Kids' Favorites Recipes
  If you're ready to earn #1-mom status, try some of our kids' favorites recipes. A few worth mentioning: Sloppy Joes, Chicken Nuggets and Pizza Chicken Rollups.
  
  
• Pasta Recipes
  Toss your traditional lunch and opt for a quick and healthy pasta, instead. We love Bow Tie Pasta with Smoked Sausage, Penne with Peppers and Creamy Tomato Pasta.
  
  
• Vegetable Recipes
  Team that sandwich or burger with crispy, seasoned French fries, onion rings, or healthy vegetables.
  
  
• Tuna Recipes
  Whether baked into a creamy casserole, tossed with noodles or melted in a sandwich, tuna is a lunch-time favorite.
  
  
• Cheese Recipes
  Whether you serve it in a soup, a pasta or in a salad, kids love cheese!
  
  
• Chicken Recipes
  Kids love chicken, so why not serve it up mid-day? Whether your family likes theirs grilled, baked or served in a casserole, we have the recipes you need to please.
  
  
• Beef Recipes
  When you want lunch to serve filling protein, iron, zinc and B vitamins, consider these quick and easy beef recipes for lunch. Sizzling Steaks take mere minutes on the grill, and kids always go for the cheesy goodness of Quesadillas and Enchiladas.
  
  
• Dessert Recipes
  A light, sweet treat at lunchtime is just the thing to boost your mood! Whether you and the kids love cookies, brownies or cakes, we've got the dessert recipes you crave.

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