Lunch recipes

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1.
A Better Burger
- Goldie Mercer submitted her fine burger recipe to the Kid Approved Cookbook. Serve with carrot sticks and corn on the cob when in season, or...
2.
All-Time Favourite Cheese and Tomato Macaroni
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain well. Meanwhile, in heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; cook onion until...
3.
Almond Cranberry Couscous
- In small saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat; cook onion, garlic, salt, pepper, celery and rosemary stirring often, until softened,...
4.
Aloha Quesadillas
- Tortillas go Hawaiian with a tropical pineapple and ham filling.
5.
Apple Cran-Curry Salsa
- Apple Cran-Curry Salsa is eminently suitable for (what else?) thickly cut grilled turkey cutlets.
6.
April Fool's recipe: Grilled Pound Cake Sandwiches
- Golden and crisp on the outside with an ooey-gooey filling on the inside, this pound cake sandwich is cleverly disguised to look like bread.
7.
Arugula and Prosciutto Panini
- Cut 2 oval panini buns horizontally in half. Spread cut sides with goat cheese. Layer prosciutto on bottom halves; layer with arugula. Sandwich...
8.
Arugula Shrimp Salad
- Orange Vinaigrette: Grate enough orange rind to make 1 tsp (5 mL); set aside. Working over large bowl, cut off rind and outer membrane of...
9.
Asian Grill
- 2002 Canada Day Chicken Challenge Runner Up
10.
Asian-style shredded salad
- Put all the ingredients for the ume vinegar in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil. Then, puree the ingredients in a food processor and strain into a...
11.
Asparagus and Smoked Salmon on Wild Rice and Spinach with Lemon Vinaigrette
- Classic spring flavours and a variety of textures combine in a special brunch dish the whole family will enjoy. Mom will definitely appreciate the...
12.
Asparagus and Smoked Turkey French Toast Sandwiches
- French toast takes a savoury twist in this familiar recipe.
13.
Asparagus Goat Cheese Toss
- In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender but firm. Drain and return to pot, reserving 1/2 cup (125...
14.
Asparagus Ricotta Frittata
- In 9- or 10-inch (23 or 25 cm) nonstick ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat; fry asparagus and Italian herb seasoning, stirring...
15.
Asparagus with Creamy Lemon Sauce
- In small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, 2 tsp (10 mL) water, lemon juice, chives and pinch each granulated sugar, salt and pepper; set aside....
16.
Avocado Chicken Salad
- Serve with crusty rolls to sop up this delectable, homemade salad dressing.
17.
Baby Shrimp Salad on Crusty Buns
- In bowl, toss together shrimp, mayonnaise, radishes, celery, green onions, dill, salt and pepper. Cut buns in half horizontally; sandwich...
18.
Bacon and Egg Mini Pita Pockets
- Make lunchtime fun with bite-size pitas. Figure on two to three pita pockets per child aged six to nine. For older children and teens, use...
19.
Bacon and Gouda Quiche
- Aged Gouda has a nutty sherry flavour that marries well with bacon. Look for the cheese in the supermarket's deli section.
20.
Bacon and Tomato Burgers
- Bacon adds moistness and, of course, that extra smokiness to burgers. To complete the BLT theme, a dollop of mayonnaise is optional.
21.
Bagel Mania
- Bagel fans make a ritual of picking up freshly baked bagels at their favourite bakery. Even if you don't live near a bakery specializing in bagels,...
22.
Bagel of Brie
- A sandwich for supper? Why not - especially when the fixings for a satisfying meal are quick to put together.
23.
Baked Beans with Apples
- A great source of protein, vitamins, minerals and fibre, beans are something we should include more of in our diet. However, some delicious bean...
24.
Baked Bunwiches
- Whether eaten rewarmed in the microwave at school or enjoyed cold, these sandwiches make a great lunch. They're easy for preteens and teens to make...
25.
Baked Farfalle with Prosciutto and Mushrooms
- This dish is perfection when you're short on time, simply prepare and refrigerate the unbaked dish for up to 24 hours before you want to serve it.
26.
Baked Herbed Crepes with Chicken and Mushrooms
- Stuffed crepes baked until golden and served with salad make an appetizing brunch or light dinner. It's easier to fill the crepes when the filling...
27.
Baked Macaroni, Tomatoes and Cheese
- Before Codi Miles skateboards with the other boys at lunchtime, the Grade 5 student loves to open his lunch box and find fruit and leftover...
28.
Baked Salsa Ham Roll-Ups
- Children can get bored with ordinary sandwiches so switch things up a bit with tortillas, either white, whole wheat, spinach or tomato. You can...
29.
Baked Tuna Buns
- This popular retro sandwich stuffed into a bun is one of today's favourites.
30.
Balsamic Green Beans
- A vinegar sauce sounds like it could be too tart for beans, but, because balsamic vinegar is naturally sweeter, it adds a caramel note and a glossy...