The School Lunchbox Cookbook - Softcover

It's no mere coincidence that the easy availability of fast food to school children, both in school cafeterias and off campus, is increasing as obesity among American kids is reaching an all-time high. What's to be done? Parents are busier than ever, and it's not easy coming up with a lunch menu that is both nutritionally sound and appealing to a child. Author Miriam Jacobs tackles the problem in this little gem of a cookbook, which gives recipes and tips for harried parents concerned with their kids' nutritional well being. The recipes are designed to be easy and fast to prepare, nutritious and good to eat, and so much fun that even the kids will want to help.

With the easy availability of fast food, both in school cafeterias and off campus, obesity among American kids is reaching an all-time high. What's to be done? Parents are busier than ever, and it's not easy coming up with a lunch menu that is both nutritionally sound and kid friendly.
Miriam Jacobs, seasoned food writer and mother of three, tackles the problem in this little gem of a cookbook. With helpful tips and more than 100 recipes, The School Lunchbox Cookbook will show you how to make lunches that are easy and fast to prepare, nutritious and good to eat, and so much fun that even the kids will want to help!.
You'll also learn: hints for packing lunches so they stay fresh; the nutrients your child needs and how to supply them; time-saving tips; how to deal with picky eaters; ways to prevent childhood obesity.
Prepare these kid pleasers: Bagel with Raisins and Walnut Cream Cheese; Fresh Fruit Kebabs; Carrot Apple Salad; Salsa and Low-fat Chips; Alphabet Soup; Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken; Cheesecake Muffins; Peanut Butter Granola Bars; Rice Pudding; Carob Peanut Butter Milk.