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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    U.S. Senate Bean Soup

    18 reviews

    Chock-full of ham, beans and celery, this hearty soup makes a wonderful meal at any time of year. Freeze the...


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    Reuben Sandwiches

    9 reviews

    Reuben sandwiches are shared by Kathy Jo Scott of Hemingford, Nebraska. "My mouth waters just thinking of these sandwiches," confesses...


    Shrimp Pizza

    1 review

    Our home economists lightened Susan LeBrun’s savory pizza to make it a bit healthier. Topped with fresh shrimp and melted...


    Cheeseburger Pizza

    12 reviews

    My husband's favorite foods are pizza and cheeseburgers, so I combined the two in a pie with mayo and dill...


    Pinto Bean Chili

    11 reviews

    Cumin and chili powder season this traditional pinto bean chili recipe. Serve with quesadillas to make this Southwestern soup a...


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    Zucchini Lasagna

    15 reviews

    We plant zucchini every year and always seem to have more than we can use! This hearty zucchini lasagna is...


    Carrot Raisin Salad

    46 reviews

    This traditional salad is one of my mother-in-law’s favorites. It’s fun to eat because of the crunchy texture, and the...


    Pinto Bean/Ham Soup

    4 reviews

    This ham and pinto bean soup simmering on your stove will fill the whole house with the most tantalizing aromas....

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    Southern Potato Salad

    39 reviews

    This potato salad with a Southern twist is perfect for a church supper or potluck. The pickles add an extra...


    Classic Wilted Lettuce Salad

    8 reviews

    When we were kids, my sister and I would prepare the freshly picked lettuce for this wilted lettuce salad recipe,...


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    Barbecued Burgers

    37 reviews

    I can't take all the credit for these winning burgers. My husband's uncle passed down the special barbecue sauce recipe....


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    Pasta Fagioli Soup

    67 reviews

    My husband enjoys my version of this dish so much that he doesn’t order it at restaurants anymore. With fresh...


    Turkey Breast Florentine

    2 reviews

    "A lovely dish for guests, this spinach-stuffed turkey breast look s beautiful when you slice it for serving," Shirley Goehring...


    Meatball Pizza

    18 reviews

    I always keep meatballs and pizza crusts in the freezer to make this specialty on the spur of the moment....


    Salmon Grilled in Foil

    11 reviews

    Steamed in its own juices, this grilled salmon in foil is incredibly tender. Curry adds a punch of flavor that's...


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    Meat Loaf Muffins

    14 reviews

    Serve these tangy meat loaf muffins for dinner or slice them up for a take-along sandwich lunch. They're just as...


    Bacon Pea Salad

    46 reviews

    My husband absolutely loves peas. My middle son isn't the biggest fan, but he loves bacon. So I decided to...

    Slow-Cooker Chicken Taco Salad

    17 reviews

    We use this super-duper chicken across several meals, including it in tacos, sandwiches, omelets and enchiladas. My little guys love...


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    Easy Ground Beef Taco Salad

    16 reviews

    Every time I have to bring a dish to a party, friends ask for my taco salad. Even players on...


    Grilled Pork Noodle Salad

    The only complex thing about this easy salad is the flavor! With smoky barbecued pork and a variety of fresh...


    Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella

    9 reviews

    Squash was a hard sell with my family until I paired it with pumpkin seeds, cranberries and horseradish. Now they...


    Mediterranean Bulgur Bowl

    4 reviews

    You can also transform this tasty bowl into an Italian version with mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, spinach and basil. —Renata Smith,...


    Barbecue Chicken Cobb Salad

    8 reviews

    I turned barbecue chicken into a major salad with romaine, carrots, sweet peppers and avocados. That’s how I got my...

    Asian Barbecue Chicken Slaw

    8 reviews

    When it’s springtime in the South, cabbage is plentiful and we use it. One of our favorite recipes is this...


    Southwest Shredded Pork Salad

    2 reviews

    This knockout shredded pork makes a healthy, delicious and hearty salad with black beans, corn, cotija cheese and plenty of...


    Turkey and Pasta Ranch Salad

    This easy pasta salad is loaded with fresh veggies, and the classic ranch dressing makes it appealing to kids. —Julie...


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    California Burger Bowls

    2 reviews

    Burgers are a weekly staple at our house year-round. Skip the fries, chips and bun—you won't need them with these...


    Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo Salad

    4 reviews

    Loaded with veggies and shrimp, this crowd pleaser is a tasty change from standard pasta salads. —Ginger Johnson, Pottstown, Pennsylvania


    Fajita in a Bowl

    9 reviews

    Pull out the skewers and take a stab at grilling peppers, onions and corn for an awesome steak salad that’s...