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The kids and I are doing a lot of driving this summer and they are understandably getting tired of sandwiches. I need ideas on what else I can make and take so we aren't hitting drive-thrus.
The kids and I are doing a lot of driving this summer and they are understandably getting tired of sandwiches. I need ideas on what else I can make and take so we aren't hitting drive-thrus.
What about baking up some chicken or other type of meat and then wrapping it up on plastic wrap and then bringing a cooler along. Is this an option, bringing a cooler? Chopped up fruits and veggies.
Picnics, whatever non-sandwich foods you'd take on a picnic. Friend chicken, boiled eggs, apples, oranges, bananas, chips and dips, potato salad, etc. What do you usually have for lunch and can you pack it to travel?
First of all I'd strongly suggest getting the kids involved
See what they want and then find a way to keep everything fresh, I have
no idea on how far or long your going. you can always find a store or a quick store
just get everyone together and make a list, this will accomplish a few things
(1) The kids will know they have a say and feel better about anything that comes
up as they are a part of it !
(2) If something does not work out, everyone was involved so everyone get's to
help find a solution and this is what makes the trip more of an adventure !
Fried chicken travels well. You could also use a cooler and make cold soups in small mason jars. Granola and yogurt that you can purchase the yogurt when needed would be a good idea.
Traveling meals in Southern India usually consists of tamarind rice (with roasted & salted peanuts), curd rice, plantain chips, and lightly steamed veggies with shredded coconut. We usually don't travel for more than 12 hours, so food stays fresh.
Hard boiled eggs, pita bread stuffed with tuna and lettuce or sprouts (an old trick--kids may not think stuffed pita is a sandwich--LOL!), matchstick carrots, cheese and pepperoni sticks, fruit kabobs (made ahead of time, of course), cold pizza, rice cakes w/cream cheese or peanut butter, meatballs, someone said bento boxes (love this idea!), homemade bean burritos, juice boxes, popcorn balls (for snacks), fresh coconut (dessert!), oranges (already peeled & sectioned), to name quite a few!
And I really love the idea above suggesting to get the kids involved with the choices. You could emphasize balance--have them pick at least 2 or 3 fruits and vegetables, 1 grain, and 1 protein. Great opportunity to learn about nutrition and making wise food choices. Happy trails and drive safely!
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