It’s every parent’s three favourite words. Back. To. School.

So long to the “I’m bored!” and “there’s nothing to do!” of summer. With the return of fall routines comes the dreaded school lunch, but don't worry! We have tips and recipes to save you time and effort this school season.

Pro tip: Keep a stash of hard-cooked eggs on hand. They're great paired with veggies for lunches or eaten on their own as a snack!

Watch Registered Dietitian Shannon Crocker explain why eggs are a great snack!

7 Quick and Easy Lunch Ideas

Are you on a time crunch to make lunch for yourself or the kids? Those same hard-cooked eggs can be used to make a quick and easy lunch!

1. Ham & Cheese Wrap 

Try this easy Ham and Cheese Wrap! Store all the ingredients separately in small containers within the lunch box to keep everything fresh (and not soggy). Kids can assemble the wrap when they are ready to eat!

2. Egg Salad Creatures

Upgrade your traditional egg salad to these Egg Salad Creatures. Whether it's for your kids or for a kid at heart, this creative twist on a classic will bring a smile to their faces.

3. Egg Flowers

Let your kids play with their food with these Egg Flowers. This lunch is high in protein, veggies AND fun.

4. Sweet & Spicy Egg Salad

Up your salad game with this Sweet & Spicy Egg Salad. Make enough of it for dinner, and you can send it for leftovers!

5. Bento Box

Let your kids be picky with a Bento Box. This recipe is about picking out your favourite foods and combining them in fun ways!

6. Cheesy Ham and Egg Turnovers

Kids love these Cheesy Ham and Egg Turnovers. They’re crispy, savoury and satiating!

7. Beef & Egg Fried Rice

Pre-make a hearty and healthy lunch with Beef & Egg Fried Rice. To pack leftovers for lunches, warm a portion in the microwave and put it into a warmed thermos.

DIY After-School Snack

Microwave Egg Cookers

Still looking for more? After school, treat the kids to a bagel, an egg, and one of our microwave egg cookers, and they can make their own sandwich however they like it!

Check out how the cookers work below!