Lunch

You need quick and easy lunch recipes for school, and healthy lunch recipes for work to make on busy weeks. Don’t miss recipes for lunch at home, too!

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    Tuscan Sausage and Potato Soup

    1 review

    This outstanding soup will be popular with the whole family. Though it feels special, it's actually quick to make. I...


    Mediterranean Orzo Chicken Salad

    1 review

    On hot days, I pull out this recipe for a cool supper. The lemon dressing is so refreshing. If you...


    Slow-Cooker Italian Sloppy Joes

    6 reviews

    These tasty sloppy joes with plenty of mass appeal are perfect for a gathering. If you're taking them to an...


    Sesame Ramen Salad

    1 review

    This spicy Asian sausage and noodle salad is equally good for lunch or a potluck. —Denese Johnson, Chico, Texas


    Garden Minestrone

    2 reviews

    At Italian restaurants, I always order minestrone. After doing many trial-and-error batches, I developed a hearty veggie soup my whole...


    Chicken Wild Rice Soup with Spinach

    5 reviews

    I stir together my chicken-and-rice cream soup whenever we’re craving something warm and comforting. Reduced-fat and reduced-sodium ingredients make it...


    Wild Rice Mushroom Soup

    1 review

    I think mushrooms often get used only to add flavor, but I think they are delicious enough to be the...


    Creamy Vegetable Chowder

    14 reviews

    This rich, comforting soup recipe can easily be doubled or tripled. You can lower the fat content by using turkey...

    Cheddar Seafood Chowder

    6 reviews

    Shrimp and scallops make this thick, cheesy and chunky chowder extra special. It’s packed with veggies, and the crispy bacon...


    Sausage and Kale Soup

    34 reviews

    This is my family’s absolute favorite soup, and I can have it on the table in less than 45 minutes....


    Slow-Cooker Turkey Sloppy Joes

    5 reviews

    The combination of chili sauce and ground turkey in these sloppy joes creates a delicious flavor. The avocado adds a...


    Cuban Roasted Pork Sandwiches

    5 reviews

    For an incredible hot sandwich, slowly roast pork in a seasoned citrus marinade, then layer slices of the meat with...


    Holiday Cranberry Gelatin Salad

    8 reviews

    This light, delicious holiday salad is very popular in my family and has been requested every year since I first...


    Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing

    3 reviews

    After having a salad like this at a restaurant years ago, I came up with this recipe. It is especially...


    Traditional New England Clam Chowder

    5 reviews

    I left a cruise ship with a great souvenir...the recipe for this splendid chowder! It's a traditional soup that stands...


    Spring Pea Soup

    8 reviews

    Truly a soup for the pea lover, this recipe originated with an idea in an old cookbook about eating better...


    Beef Barley Soup for 2

    5 reviews

    Who knew you could simmer up such a hearty soup in 30 minutes? This is packed with my favorite homey...

    Bacon-Beef Barley Soup

    11 reviews

    Here’s a robust dish that’s perfect for hungry teenagers! Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this quick, comforting soup really hits...


    Loaded Baked Potato Soup

    11 reviews

    The only thing that beats the comforting flavor of this thick and hearty loaded baked potato soup is possibly the...


    Easy Greek Chicken Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    My wife and I ate sandwiches similar to these at a restaurant and enjoyed them. But they weren't nearly as...


    Elegant Seafood Bisque

    1 review

    Creamy bisque is elegant enough for sit-down dinners yet hearty enough for casual gatherings.—Mike Payne, Hixson, Tennessee


    Creamy Herbed Tomato Soup

    2 reviews

    No one will ever guess that a soup this smooth and creamy could be low in fat! The savory herb...


    Curried Chicken Salad with Pineapple and Grapes

    3 reviews

    This fun and flavorful beauty turns last night’s cooked chicken into a delightful salad that’s perfect for lunch. —Linda Bevill,...

    Cheddar Broccoli Soup

    10 reviews

    Frozen broccoli speeds preparation of this warm and satisfying soup. —Louise Beatty, Amherst, New York


    Vegetarian Pea Soup

    3 reviews

    I combined several recipes to make my own version of this soup. It was a real favorite when I was...


    Quick Golden Squash Soup

    4 reviews

    This delectable soup feels like fall! Its golden color and rich, satisfying flavor have made it a favorite of mine—which...


    Stromboli Sandwiches

    6 reviews

    Like a sloppy joe with Italian seasonings, these hearty sandwich slices fill the bill at potlucks, reunions and more. Although...


    Hearty Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing

    8 reviews

    This warm, hearty spinach and bacon salad offers comfort at any meal. The glossy dressing features a hint of celery...


    Fast Macaroni Salad

    9 reviews

    Chopped veggies provide crunch, and cherry tomatoes add vibrant color to this refreshing and creamy pasta salad. —Frankiee Bush, Freedom,...