Lunch

You need quick and easy lunch recipes for school, and healthy lunch recipes for work to make on busy weeks. Don’t miss recipes for lunch at home, too!

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    Cowpoke Chili

    3 reviews

    Many friends and relatives have requested my chili recipe, which I've been using for 25 years. It actually won first...


    Marshmallow Lime Salad

    2 reviews

    Cool, fluffy and green, this salad has lots of kid appeal despite the cottage cheese and mayonnaise mixed in it....


    Cheesy Cauliflower and Potato Soup

    10 reviews

    "This soup is a variation of one I tried at a restaurant. Even people who hate cauliflower love it!" —Trisha...


    Spicy Kielbasa Soup

    17 reviews

    Red pepper flakes bring a little zip to this hearty soup that's full of good-for-you ingredients. Should you have any...


    Cauliflower Olive Salad

    3 reviews

    This colorful toss combines cauliflower and black and green olives with sweet peppers and red onion for a satisfying blend...


    Marinated Bean Salad

    1 review

    Parsley is a pretty accent to a colorful combination of beans, black-eyed peas and onion. the sweet and tangy dressing...


    Apple-White Cheddar Grilled Cheese

    3 reviews

    On rainy days when we need comfort food in a hurry, I toast sandwiches of cinnamon-raisin bread with white cheddar,...


    Giant Calzone

    2 reviews

    "While the filling ingredients for this impressive calzone are our favorites, you could substitute some of your own. We use...

    French Dip Sandwiches with Onions

    21 reviews

    When I want to impress company, these satisfying sandwiches are my first pick for the menu. I serve them au...


    Carrot Zucchini Soup

    3 reviews

    Here's an easy way to get kids to eat their vegetables. Carrots were never my family's favorite, but with this...


    Sausage Potato Salad

    3 reviews

    “I like making this cool potato recipe on warm days. I reduced the oil quite a bit and added a...


    Warm Mustard Potato Salad

    14 reviews

    This tangy mixture is wonderful and so different from traditional potato salads. The Dijon mustard and dill spark the flavor....


    Tropical Fusion Salad with Spicy Tortilla Ribbons

    10 reviews

    Fresh fruits and veggies pair up for a fantastic summer salad that's savory, sweet and spicy all at once. Make...


    Arugula & Brown Rice Salad

    4 reviews

    When we have company, arugula with brown rice is always on the menu. It’s my go-to pick for the potluck...


    Contest-Winning Grilled Roast Beef Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    This fast favorite hits the spot when we're short on time. Roast beef, cheese, and sauteed onion, green pepper and...


    Tomato Salad-Stuffed Avocados

    11 reviews

    My husband requests this every year for his birthday. It’s so pretty and looks like you fussed. You’ll be the...


    Skinny Crab Quiche

    4 reviews

    Crabmeat, zucchini, cheddar cheese and green onions flavor this savory crustless quiche. I take this to potlucks, cut into appetizer-size...

    Chunky Asparagus Soup

    2 reviews

    This recipe was handed down from my great-grandmother. I've modified it a little, but it remains a treasure from the...


    Reuben Chowder

    8 reviews

    "If you like Reuben sandwiches, you'll be delighted with the flavor of this unusual soup," assures Iola Egle of McCook,...


    Layered Tortellini Salad

    8 reviews

    My tempting tortellini salad combines layer upon layer of flavors and textures, and its colors are amazing. It's perfect for...


    Crunchy Kraut Salad

    3 reviews

    Anyone who likes sauerkraut will enjoy this salad. I serve it as a side dish with ham, any kind of...


    Baked Beef Patties

    4 reviews

    This simple recipe turns ordinary burgers into an attractive tasty meal. You can make them ahead and bake when ready...


    Beet Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    Just mention the word "beet" and most kids turn up their noses. Our two children never rushed to the table...

    Cherry Tomato Corn Salad

    7 reviews

    Brighten a picnic lunch or backyard barbecue with this cheerful, fresh-tasting salad. If you use want to use sweet corn...


    Strawberry Arugula Salad

    8 reviews

    We love to make this strawberry salad when there are plenty of fresh greens to pick. I serve it as...


    Pear & Blue Cheese Salad

    1 review

    This crisp fall salad gets its tartness from fresh pears, an extra crunch from pecans and a hint of creaminess...


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    Curried Lentil Soup

    4 reviews

    Curry gives a different taste sensation to this chili-like soup. It’s delicious with a dollop of sour cream. My family...


    Tomatoes with Buttermilk Vinaigrette

    14 reviews

    We make the most of tomatoes when they are in season and plentiful, and I love an old-fashioned homemade dressing...


    Sesame Ramen Salad

    1 review

    This spicy Asian sausage and noodle salad is equally good for lunch or a potluck. —Denese Johnson, Chico, Texas