Thermos-ready lunches perfect for back-to-school (or the office)

It’s time for the kids to head back to school, but it’s not just the kids that will be packing lunches. Here are 15 thermos-ready lunches that both kids and adults will enjoy!

1. Southwestern Turkey Chili

If you love cornbread and chili, this is the thermos-chili for you!

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2. Brothy Cheddar Broccoli Soup

While you can make this as creamy or brothy as you like, this healthier version gives you all the cheddar broccoli flavor while cutting down on the fat.
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3. Leftover Rotisserie Chicken Soup

Did you have a rotisserie chicken for dinner last night? Don’t throw out the carcass or leftovers! Here’s how to make that rotisserie chicken create a whole other meal.
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4. Southwestern Butternut Squash Soup

This hearty soup will truly fill you up and keep you going until dinner time.
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5. Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

Let dinner cook itself while you work all day!
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6. Cherry Tomato Soup

Created by a 7-year-old, this soup recipe is not only perfect for a thermos meal, it’s absolutely delicious!!!
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7. Slow Cooker Tortilla Chicken Stew

This family favorite is sure to become one of your favorite thermos meals.
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8. Refried Bean Soup

This soup is not only budget-friendly, it packs incredible flavor with minimal ingredients!
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9. Taco Soup

This taco soup will make any Mexican food lover happy at lunchtime!
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10. Potato Soup

This thick and creamy classic gets a healthy and delicious makeover!
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11. 2 Bean Turkey Chili

Great for colder days and chilly evenings! And yes, you can add more than 2 types of beans if you like.
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12. Texas Cowboy Stew

Great for both cowboys and cowgirls of any age!
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13. Beef Chili

If you love a beef-based chili, this is the one you’ll want in your thermos!
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14. Potato Leek Soup

All the goodness of potato soup, straight from your Instant Pot!
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15. Classic Minestrone

Nothing beats opening up a thermos of homemade minestrone.

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