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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    Slow-Cooker Meatball Sandwiches

    8 reviews

    Our approach to meatball sandwiches is a simple one: Cook the meatballs low and slow, load them into hoagie buns,...


    Pear and Gorgonzola Salad

    This quick, easy recipe really showcases pears. When I have leftover cooked chicken, I often add it to the recipe...


    Cashew Chicken Salad Sandwiches

    15 reviews

    I think this is the best chicken salad recipe around! It’s good for you and quick to make, and it...


    Gingered Spaghetti Salad

    6 reviews

    We love this chilled chicken salad brimming with colorful veggies. Make it meatless by omitting the chicken and tossing in...


    Broccoli Beer Cheese Soup

    18 reviews

    Whether you include the beer or not, this soup tastes wonderful. I always make extra and pop individual servings into...


    Louisiana Gumbo

    14 reviews

    Gumbo is a stew-like dish made with meat or seafood, tomatoes, sweet bell peppers and okra. You can serve it...


    Grandmother’s Southern Chicken ‘n’ Dumplings

    24 reviews

    When I was a child, my grandmother could feed our entire family with a single chicken—and lots of dumplings. —Cathy...


    Bacon Caesar Salad

    2 reviews

    Family and friends always say my Caesar salad rivals any restaurant version. The addition of bacon is a little untraditional,...

    Fresh Heirloom Tomato Salad

    5 reviews

    This tomato salad is a summertime must. A standout dressing takes the tasty ingredients to a brand-new level. —Taste of...


    Taco Twists

    4 reviews

    Why serve tacos only in ordinary flour or corn tortillas? For a mouthwatering change of pace, bake the taco beef...


    Veggie Brown Rice Wraps

    5 reviews

    Salsa gives a bit of zip to the brown rice and bean filling in these meatless tortilla wraps. —Lisa Sullivan,...


    Almond-Apricot Chicken Salad

    6 reviews

    Here's a one-of-a-kind pasta salad that combines tender chicken, sweet apricots and crunchy vegetables. Plus, the lemony dressing can't be...


    Texican Chili

    15 reviews

    This flavorful, meaty chili is my favorite, and it's so easy to prepare in the slow cooker. It's a terrific...


    Fennel Salad with Orange-Balsamic Vinaigrette

    A sweet balsamic vinaigrette always pulls everything together in a delicious harmony of flavors. Raspberries are one of my very...


    Acini di Pepe Salad

    6 reviews

    Looking for a quick lunch idea? Blend veggies, tiny pasta and juicy pineapple bits to make my favorite acini di...


    Roasted Red Pepper Soup

    14 reviews

    If you like cream of tomato soup, try making this roasted red pepper soup. Using jarred roasted red peppers makes...


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    Firehouse Chili

    24 reviews

    As one of the cooks at the firehouse, I used to prepare meals for 10 men. This firehouse chili recipe...

    Veggie Steak Salad

    5 reviews

    This salad just explodes with flavors. It's easy and quick to prepare, tastes delicious, and is a healthy dinner all...


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    Chicken Quesadillas

    75 reviews

    Leftover chicken gets Mexican flair from cumin in this fun main dish. The chicken quesadilla recipe has an impressive look...


    Barley Corn Salad

    8 reviews

    A terrific alternative to pasta salad, this colorful side dish adds refreshing herb flavor to corn, barley, and red and...


    Club Roll-Ups

    1 review

    Packed with meat, cheese and olives, these roll-ups are always a hit at parties.


    Black Bean ‘n’ Pumpkin Chili

    145 reviews

    My family is crazy about this slow cooker chili because it uses ingredients you don't usually find in chili. Believe...


    Pork Banh Mi Wraps

    6 reviews

    Crunchy veggies and Asian flavors make this a great wrap for summer. You can substitute a baguette for the wrap,...

    Lentil, Bacon and Bean Soup

    4 reviews

    This quick soup feels extra cozy with lots of lentils and a touch of smoky, bacony goodness. You might want...


    Chicken & Broccoli Rabe Soup with Tortellini

    2 reviews

    With chicken, pasta and a bold tomato broth, this hearty and inviting soup is like a big comforting hug in...


    Country Fish Chowder

    12 reviews

    You'll think you're on Cape Cod when you taste this thick, wholesome chowder made from a recipe I've treasured for...


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    Grandma’s Chicken ‘n’ Dumpling Soup

    63 reviews

    I've enjoyed making this rich homemade chicken dumpling soup recipe for more than 40 years. Every time I serve it,...


    Tex-Mex Shredded Beef Sandwiches

    18 reviews

    Slow cooker meals, like this shredded beef sandwich, are my favorite kind. After I get a few ingredients into the...


    Frozen Fruit Salad

    I use this recipe to add a healthy twist to brown-bag lunches. I'm always in a hurry in the morning,...