It's always a good idea to organize lunches the night before, but I take this a step further. I make up a loaf of wholemeal and a loaf of multigrain bread into individually wrapped sandwiches, then freeze them. Ham, peanut butter, vegiemite and jam sandwiches all freeze well. Then in the morning rush each person just grabs one from the freezer, adds a drink and some fruit, and lunch is done.
By lunch time the sandwich is defrosted. This makes a basic but healthy enough lunch for school and work. A home made lunch is almost always healthier than a bought one, we practically never buy lunches for school or work, saving money and our health at the same time.
On days when you have the time, you can still make your gourmet sandwiches or wraps, but on busy (normal for me!) mornings, this helps get us out the door on time.
Hi Helen, you are so right this is not only the most cost effective way to have lunch, but it is also a way to supervise (or regulate) what your children are eating (or not eating) and doing your best to give them a healthy start. Thanks for your tips
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