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This lunch offers a comfort-food option for those cold winter days. The sandwich is warm and melty, and the green beans and apple are its perfect complement.
A fun alternative to the usual hamburger, the chicken patty on a bun is flavorfully different. Corn and peaches provide sweet and delicious sides.
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This warm and cheesy pizza is hearty and filling. The tater tots with it make for a filling meal, while the carrots add some healthy color.
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Our cafeteria’s twist on the classy steak-and-potatoes meal is tasty and enjoyable. The salad completes the “fine dining” feel.
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Topped with a savory sauce, the chicken and rice go well together. The roll tastes homemade, and the fruit is a fresh, sweet side.
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This meal embraces the classic, all-American meal of a cheeseburger. However, the cauliflower and apple keep a school lunch feel to the meal.
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With a warm, fluffy crust and melty cheese, this quesedilla hits the spot. The refried beans continue the Mexican theme, and the peaches are fresh-tasting.
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The chicken nuggets and tater tots are crunchy and fun to pop in your mouth. The pineapple is an unexpectedly tasty complement to the meal.
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Filled with meat and cheese and surrounded with a floury tortilla, this taco tastes suprisingly authentic. The savory refried beans and sweet apple round the meal out well.
Julia Palomino
Reporter