Inside Out Pita Pizza
Leftover pizza (especially the kind loaded with veggies) is a great lunch option. But just as easy are pita pizzas. We like the idea of making them into pizza pockets to minimize mess. Spread tomato sauce on the inside and then add whatever cheese, veggies, or other toppings you like. Bake in the oven until cheese melts or microwave until heated through. Choosing a whole wheat or sprouted wheat option for the pita bread is a great way to make sure kids get maximum fiber benefits . You can also make the pita pizza the more traditional way by simply topping the pita bread with sauce and other goodies before heating. As long as your kid is okay with cold pizza, these transport perfectly in a lunch box.
I love these ideas for lunches but it always drives me nuts when dishes are displayed beautifully on plates, dishes etc. The reality is tupperwares, with all ingredients mixed together. And that makes a difference for how kids feel about the food they eat!!n Same dsih, different appearance = less interest from the kids.
Not to worry — pack these lunches in little containers like the ones that come with Kids Konserve kits or Wean Cubes, a segmented box like Planet Box or a bento box style. See some ideas here: http://bit.ly/oAjcL3