How to Pack a Baked Potato for Lunch

Posted by on January 24, 2013 6 Comments

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How to pack a baked potato for lunch - MOMables.comAre you fresh out of sandwich ideas for lunch?     Why not send a baked potato?

Baked potatoes are an easy and fun way to shake up the boring lunch routine.

Here’s how to do it!

1. Reheat baked potato in the microwave until warm. (about 45-60 seconds)

After reheated, top with some warm toppings such as cheese and bacon.

2. Place potato in a metal lunch box or large thermos, and wrap with a kitchen towel to help hold in the heat (if packing in a metal container).

3. Pack inside lunch bag with any additional “cold” toppings such as sour cream, tomatoes or chives.

Some other fun toppings to try: broccoli, ranch, chicken, corn or olives.

Packing Baked Potatoes For Lunch - MOMables

Lucky for me, I had a bunch of leftover Crockpot Baked Potatoes from last night, so I simply grabbed one of those from the fridge.

But, if you need to quickly make one in the microwave, HERE are directions on how to.

 

 

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About ChefCorey

Chef Corey has worn many hats; teacher, counselor, stay-at-home mom and foodie. She loves to make meals fun by incorporating new and interesting foods into bento boxes for her daughters. Her blog, Family Fresh Meals includes step-by-step recipes for fun, fresh meals the whole family can enjoy. When Chef Corey isn't in the kitchen, you can find her indulging in her favorite things: jogging, pilates, cutting coupons, dancing with her two daughters or drawing.

Comments

  1. Cassie Webster says:
    January 26, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    I LOVE this idea! I would have never thought to pack one for lunch. My 10 year old loves baked potatoes, so he will definitely “eat up” this idea! Thank you! :)

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  2. Wanda Tracey says:
    February 3, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    I thought how to pack a baked potato for lunch was a great idea.My husband would love that.

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  3. Jill B says:
    March 15, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    On keeping the potato warm, how do you keep the sour cream cold without cooling the potato.? Love your meal plans, we’ve had a subscription for a few months now. Thanks.!!

    Reply
  4. Lauri Fitzsimmons says:
    March 19, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    TOTALLY pinned this! Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply

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