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Lunch Ideas

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Beef Sushi RollsThis sushi is fit for everyone! Not everyone is into raw fish, so this roll is the perfect introduction to sushi. These cute rolls are perfect for a packed lunch.

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Hail-to-Caesar Beef Steak SaladThis is a kid-friendly recipe for a beef steak Caesar salad that the whole family will enjoy — easy to make and flavourful! If you don’t feel like making the Caesar dressing, you can substitute 1 cup (250 mL) of your favourite store-bought light Caesar dressing.

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Hearty Beef Minestrone SoupMinestrone is a thick soup of Italian origin made with vegetables, often with the addition of pasta or rice, sometimes both. This version features alphabet pasta. With the addition of ground beef this stew-like minestrone is hearty enough to be a main course. Both kids and parents will love this recipe.

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Thai Beef WrapsThese wraps are bursting with fresh flavours and good-for-you lean beef and veggies. This recipe is the perfect sandwich option for the family reunion potluck or picnic in the park.

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Asian Beef WrapsWraps are all the rage; they’re fast, easy to make and filling. This beef wrap recipe can be enjoyed hot or cold.

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Beef and Fine Cheddar WrapsBy adding cashews, pepper jelly and watercress to these Beef 'n Fine Cheddar Wraps, your lunch bag looks soooo grown up! And the Canadian beef and aged Cheddar combination the recipe uses it makes them soooo good for you. Use very thinly sliced roast beef for the wraps so that they don’t get too bulky when rolling up. You can use deli roast beef if you don’t have any leftover roast.

Quick Dinner Ideas

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Huevos Rancheros OmeletteThis omelette style of ranchers eggs is packed full of protein and fibre for a heathy breakfast or meal any time of day!

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Cheeseburger Roll UpsNo problem getting the family to the table when you make these super simple Cheeseburger Roll-ups. This is a perfect weeknight recipe.

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Rainbow Beef Stir-FryThe colours alone could knock this one out of the park, but the sweet, savoury and somewhat exotic flavours carry it the extra mile. This is a fantastic dish for any occasion, any time of year.

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Mediterranean Beef and Pasta BakeNot your typical Mac’ n’ Beef or Shipwreck Casserole, this recipe for Mediterranean Beef & Pasta Bake makes hearty and healthy go hand-in-hand. If pressed for time, skip the baking and use as a stove-top dish.

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Muffin-Sized Pizza Beef Meat LoavesThe recipe for these little Muffin-Sized Pizza beef meat loaves are the perfect size and flavour for children’s meals – serve them with the Vegetable Sauce and some pasta to complete the meal.

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Cowboy CupcakesThese little lasagnas are easy to make and are the perfect nosh for game night at home or a tailgate party out at the field. One easy recipe makes many and kids love them too. Switch-up the flavours to make the mix Mexican or Greek versions – variety is the spice of life!

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