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Chia Jam (using Juicy Juice)

September 27, 2018 by Cara

One of the things that I love to do is find new ways to use what I already have on hand. Especially now that I have a kid, I am understanding how many items in my pantry and fridge are half eaten, or with just one bite taken out of it. And because I hate…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Lunch Box, Nut Free

Cucumber Sushi Rolls

September 14, 2018 by Cara

A black container with 7 Cucumber Sushi rolls on top of a lunchbox theme.

Reinvent the sandwich in your kid’s lunchbox with these Cucumber Sushi Rolls. A sandwich filling surrounded by a cucumber “roll,” this fun lunch idea is perfect for the dipping. My Dairy Free Ranch Dressing would be perfect for taking a dive into. Now of course you’re not going to be making lunches like these everyday but…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Lunch Box

Sandwich Tacos

September 10, 2018 by Cara

4 hummus and veggie sandwich tacos being held by taco holders with a lunchbox theme

Give Taco Tuesday a kid-friendly lunchbox spin by turning an average sandwich into unique Hummus and Veggie Sandwich Tacos! A loaded sandwich you can hold with one hand, this lunchbox idea is stuffed with tons of fresh veggies, lettuce, avocado, cheese and of course, a nice slather of roasted bell pepper Sabra hummus. The “tacos”…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Lunch Box

Tic Tac Toe Sandwiches

September 7, 2018 by Cara

Summer might be winding down but the fun doesn’t have to stop here. Even though it’s about that time to start thinking about school lunches again (how did summer go by in such a hurry?!), these Tic Tac Toe Sandwiches are an entertaining way to get creative with lunch. Create any sandwich you want, really,…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Lunch Box

My Diaper Bag Essentials (+ A Life Update)

September 5, 2018 by Cara

People are consistently asking me what I feed my little man (who is now 20 months old, can you believe it?!) and whether or not I am making my cute food art for him. The truth is that this can be a really tricky topic for me (and no, I do not make the food…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Snacks for Kids

Fruit and Veggie Car Snacks

August 31, 2018 by Cara

These Fruit and Veggie Car Snacks are perfect for the toy car lover in your family! A healthy snack for hungry kids who like to play!

We are big car lovers in this family (and by “we” I of course mean my toddler son). I just simply provide all the sound effects, horn-tooting, and screeching halt noises with my mouth while playing cars with him. We go EVERYWHERE with either a truck, bus, or car in hand. There is no way…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Lunch Box, Nut Free, Snacks for Kids

Dairy Free GoGurt

August 21, 2018 by Cara

pouches of colorful dairy free gogurts piled on top of each other

Say goodbye to the days of adding a carton of yogurt into your kid’s lunchbox! These homemade Dairy Free GoGurt pouches are the perfect option when you want to send your kid off to school with a healthful snack option made without artificial ingredients or food coloring. Made up of only four ingredients, these yogurt packs…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Lunch Box, Nut Free, Snacks for Kids, Vegan

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Welcome, I’m Cara! At Fork and Beans you will find creativity at every corner. From snack ideas, to holiday fun–even crafts and activities to do with your kids. If you are a parent (or just love fun food), you’ve come to the right spot! Come check out the latest idea I’ve made for my family and stay awhile, won’t you?

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