The cost of individually wrapped snacks and premade Lunchables can really add up. Here are some ideas to save money when you are packing school lunches this fall.
- Buy items like crackers, cookies and canned fruit in bulk and pack into individual size containers yourself. Doing this ahead of time can give you the convenience of the prepackaged items with big cost savings.
- Replace disposable bags and containers with reusable items to pack sandwiches and sides.
- Use leftovers. Make a little extra food for dinner and send healthy, homemade items to school for lunch.
- Make your own Uncrustables and Lunchables rather than buying the premade version.