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Back to school time can be stressful for parents and kids, but not you. Take the best parts of school–friends, food, and recess–and throw a back-to-school themed party for grown ups. Cafeteria classics became classics for a reason: They’re delicious, easy to make for groups, and are often inexpensive to prepare. Stock up on those fab divided lunch trays (so foods don’t touch each other!) and dish up these crowd-pleasing favorites!
Macaroni and Cheese
You loved it at home, but you really loved it at school where no one was trying to healthify your
mac by sneaking in pureed veggies. It’s the ultimate comfort food for a crowd.
Chef John’s Macaroni and Cheese
Photo by chefster
Sloppy Joes
This messy pile o’ protein is the perfect fuel for recess. Put on your lunch lady hairnet and serve up those sloppy joes. And, yes, you’re going to need a bigger bun.
Neat Sloppy Joes
Photo by OkinawanPrincess
Tater Tots
Why not mix your meat, cheese and carbs in a tasty Tater Tot Taco Casserole? The answer is, “yes,” followed by just one question.
Tater Tot Taco Casserole
Photo by Kari
Pizza
You’ll want to balance your casserole dishes with a few bites that are easily managed when the party gets going. Remember french bread pizzas? We’ve updated them here:
Onion and Sausage Pizza Boats
Onion and Sausage Pizza photo by Molly
Mini Main Dishes
Craving slightly less messy dishes? Serve up some throwback grab-n-go finger foods!
Corn Dog Bites
Photo by footballgrl16
Other delicious bite-sized options:
Vegetables
Because you’re the perfect host, you’re going to incorporate some vegetables into your party spread.
Cream Corn Like No Other
Photo by House of Aqua
Dessert
Don’t forget the dessert! Every kid needs a little sweetness to break up a long day at school. These cafeteria staples hit the sweet spot.
Fun Finger Gelatin
Fun Finger Gelatin photo by Alley
Brooke’s Best Bombshell Brownies
Brooke’s Best Bombshell Brownies
Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding
Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding photo by moaa
You’ve got the friends and the snacks. All that’s missing is a playlist of songs about school and your favorite movies about school.
Now start cooking. You don’t want to be tardy!
Related: Check out more tips on updating your back-to-school lunches and making healthy after school snacks.
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