From Leftovers to Lunchbox

How is it back to school time already? It feels as though it was only yesterday when they finished up for the summer! Although we must admit, the routine is most definitely welcomed! Every year we start by promising ourselves that we’ll make a bigger effort to be more organised. A huge part of this is having the lunches nailed down and what better than to make them out of last nights leftovers!! Below are some recipe ideas that will make school lunches much easier.

PUFF PASTRIES

Mmm.. The mention of puff pastry has our tummies rumbling! It’s the ultimate treat and with ready to roll puff pastries in pretty much every supermarket nationwide, it’s super easy to roll out some delicious lunchbox treats. Best of all, they are delicious served cold or warm and can be filled with a wide variety of leftovers!! Win win!

CHEESY BOLOGNESE PUFFS

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CREAMY PESTO TWISTS

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CHICKEN CURRY PUFFS

Chicken Curry Puffs

Frittatas

A great addition to any lunchbox – all these recipes are so easy and quick to make and perfect for using up whats left in the fridge. Just grab a muffin tray, pour in your frittata mix and pop in the oven! Delicious!

PEA & PESTO MUFFINS

SWEET POTATO FRITTATA

MACARONI BAKES

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Sandwiches & Wraps

Of course, sandwiches and wraps are staple lunchbox fillers. However, as traditional as they are – you don’t have to keep them plain. Why not use leftovers from last night’s dinner to turn them into delicious bites that your little ones will devour.

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Fruit

Another great addition to any picnic is some in season fruit – perfect for afternoon snacks!!

 

Dips

Dips are perfect as a snack and can be accompanied by pretty much any of your cupboard staples. Just pack some Pitas, Wraps, Bread, Crackers or Veggie Sticks and you’re pretty much good to go!!

 

NUT-FREE PESTO

AVOCADO DIP

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AVOCADO & TURKEY DIP

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Pasta Salads

Here at Pip and Pear we love pasta salads – delicious served warm or cold! Simple to make and a favourite with our little ones, what’s not to love? The perfect lunchbox filler!!

SALMON PASTA SALAD

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NUT FREE BASIL PESTO PASTA

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