With this cool weather kicking off, I thought it would be a great time to talk about Packing Hot School Lunches. A good quality thermos or thermal container will keep food warm for up to 4-5 hours. Thermal containers can also be used to keep food cold in warm weather for up to 4 hours.
Where to buy? Kmart, Big W, Target and online lunchbox stores. The brand I use is the Lunch Bots, which I prefer because of the bowl-like shape, ease of use, quality and size. I have been using this one for over 2 years, and it is still in perfect condition.
Price? Prices range from $5 up to $30
How to use? Fill the container with boiling water and allow it to sit for 1-2 minutes. Discard the water, then fill with the hot food of your choice. Make sure the food is piping hot before adding it to the thermos.
What to pack?
Hot Foods
- Fried Rice
- Beef Meatballs
- 2 Minute Noodles
- Chicken Nuggets
- Soups
- Leftovers
- Mac and Cheese
- Pasta
- Hot Dogs
- Porridge or Oats
Cold Foods
- Salads
- Fruit
- Custard
- Yoghurt
Do you send hot lunches to school? I would love to know what you pack and what type of container you use.
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Cassie
I use a Thermos Food Jar for my son. Packed him lots of warm lunches such as pasta and fried rice 🙂
Elisa
Hi, Just wonder what size your Lunch Bots thermos is please? I love that its like a bowl! Thank you
Erika
Today its cold in Adelaide and my 3 have taken mac n cheese. Other times they have taken 1 pot Bolognese, sausage hot pot, sausages in gravy, soup and cocktail franks. Quick and easy to cook the night before and heat in the microwave in the morning
Nicole
Sausage casserole and spag bol are big hits in my kids lunches