With September here and the kids back in school, weekdays may be quieter at home, but the morning rush is just beginning. The challenge? Getting your children fed, out the door on time, and packing lunches theyB´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·™ll actually eat.
Grant Fikowski, owner at , shares his top picks for healthy, hot breakfasts that can be ready in under 10 minutes, along with hot lunch ideas to keep kids satisfied B´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·” without adding to your morning workload.
Quick school-day breakfast in under 10 minutes
Omelette bites: M&M's spinach and red pepper, or picky-eater-approved bacon and cheddar offer a protein-packed breakfast option thatB´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·™s quick and nutritious.
Croissant breakfast sandwich: For kids who need a heartier breakfast, M&M's with egg, bacon and cheese is a filling and healthy choice.
Single-serve and mini quiche: M&M also offers in three flavours, along with that can double as a great hot lunch item.
Hot lunch solutions kids will love
Quesadillas: Individually wrapped chicken or beef are a fun mid-week lunch option thatB´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·™s easy to eat on the go.
Loaded pepperoni hand pies: Ready to go in under 10 minutes, M&M's l offer all the flavours of a pepperoni pizza in a convenient on-the-go pastry crust. TheyB´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·™re also available in a savoury
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Tips for keeping food hot and fresh
- Preheat the Thermos: Fill your childB´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·™s Thermos with boiling water for at least five minutes before adding food to help retain heat.
- Prevent soggy lunches: To keep items like popcorn chicken crispy, place a folded paper towel at the bottom of the container to absorb moisture.
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