W
hen it comes to packing
lunches and after school
snacks for your little ones,
it’s easy to get into a rut. But by making
a few delicious and convenient choices
in the grocery store, you can break away
from the same old sand ich routine and
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serve up nibbles and noshes your kids
will love.
Whether your star pupils prefer a
savory dip, a light and salty snack or
a chewy fruit bar, here are a few great
choices you can pack.
Pop Up Some Fun
For back-to-school snacking,
you can’t beat popcorn. Pop
up a bowl and let the fun flavor
creations begin — sweet, savory
or with just a dash of salt.
Popcorn is a grab-n-go treat that
takes minutes to make. Plus, it’s
whole grain and contains fiber
to fuel the body and keep you
feeling fuller longer than other
snacks. This beloved treat is
also economical, costing mere
pennies per serving. For
more information, visit
www.popcorn.org.
FAMILY FEATURES
Dip It Up
For a quick burst of flavor at home or on the go, try Sabra
Classic Singles with veggies, pita bread, pita chips or
crackers. These
2-ounce servings of creamy Classic Hummus are
perfect for the lunch ox or on-the-go snacking
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and portable enough to bring along on any
adventure.
For more information, visit www.sabra.com.
KEEP FOOD FRESH
n Ensure
that puddings
and yogurts stay cold
by freezing them the
night before use. You
can also freeze water
bottles or juice boxes
to act as ice packs in
lunch containers.
n Keep
PB&J sandwich
bread fresh by spread
ing peanut butter on
both slices of bread,
and avoid saturation
by placing jelly in the
center.
Fuel Their Day
Help them have a great day at school by serving those little learners the
proper fuel. With a commitment to creating all natural snacks you can
feel good about giving your kids, Nature’s Bakery Fig Bars are choles
terol free, dairy free and kosher. From the sweetness of Blueberry to the
tartness of Lemon, these bars are available in a variety of jam-packed,
fruity flavors. For more information, visit www.naturesbakery.com.
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n Add
a paper towel
to containers with
freshly washed fruits
and vegetables. This
will absorb any extra
moisture, retaining
peak texture and flavor.
Serve a Satisfying Snack
Do you need an easy way to
pack more protein, calcium
and other nutrients into your
family’s diet? You can’t go
wrong with a kid-friendly
kitchen staple like low-fat
yogurt. With a wide array of
textures, consistencies and
flavors, there are sure to be
several varieties that even the
pickiest eater will enjoy. Take
these beloved flavors to new
heights with toppings such as
dried fruit, organic granola,
dark chocolate and coconut
shavings.