Using Bento Boxes for lunches.
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Me has a sad!
No Bento yesterday and no Bento today because of work related reasons (I hat Events and never got home before 10 in the evening) I hope i will manage to get home earlier today so i have time/energy to make myself a nice Bento for tomorrow!0 -
Raisin bran muffin (it's a Weight Watchers recipe - I have no shame), mini vine-on tomatoes, carrots, leftover pork loin, mozzarella, cherries, edamame.
Can you tell that I have all sorts of random things in my fridge and freezer that I'm trying to use up? (And yes, I have a batch of homemade muffins in the freezer that I forgot about and found this morning).0 -
not exactly Bento but if you have an Aldi near you, they'll have lunch boxes that include a fork and knife for $3 for 2 boxes, it has a larger compartment and 2 smaller ones. http://weeklyads.aldi.us/Aldi/ListingDetail?ispartial=N&ReturnCircularPageFlag=Y&StoreID=2623643&ListingID=-20345161430
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andycool22 wrote: »not exactly Bento but if you have an Aldi near you, they'll have lunch boxes that include a fork and knife for $3 for 2 boxes, it has a larger compartment and 2 smaller ones. http://weeklyads.aldi.us/Aldi/ListingDetail?ispartial=N&ReturnCircularPageFlag=Y&StoreID=2623643&ListingID=-2034516143
It's close enough, and they look fun!
Here's today's lunch. Pork & veggie dumplings, rice w/furikake, yellow bell peppers, carrots, green tea dessert thing, and almond/cashew/cranberry mix. 477 calories.
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I have the exact same bento as yesterday because, once again, I need to cook
But that's not going to happen this week or weekend because I'M GOING TO DENVER COMIC CON!!!!! 
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PixieGoddess wrote: »I have the exact same bento as yesterday because, once again, I need to cook But that's not going to happen this week or weekend because I'M GOING TO DENVER COMIC CON!!!!! (Slightly excited)
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PixieGoddess wrote: »I have the exact same bento as yesterday because, once again, I need to cook But that's not going to happen this week or weekend because I'M GOING TO DENVER COMIC CON!!!!! (Slightly excited)
Awesome sauce! Have a wonderful time. Is there anything in particular you are excited to see?0 -
Narcissora wrote: »
Raisin bran muffin (it's a Weight Watchers recipe - I have no shame), mini vine-on tomatoes, carrots, leftover pork loin, mozzarella, cherries, edamame.
Can you tell that I have all sorts of random things in my fridge and freezer that I'm trying to use up? (And yes, I have a batch of homemade muffins in the freezer that I forgot about and found this morning).
I love the way you set up the box, especially the cherries! So cute!0 -
No box for me today; I decided sleep was way more important. I'm a little sad but the awesome news is I found decent cherries last night! I have a container of them for today. Super cherry bento, bwahahaha!0
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Happy Wednesday! It getting towards the end of the year (hubby's a teacher) and I am just not making lunches as much and as it is, hubby is forgetting them at home >.>
Today's is lighten up shepherd's pie with cheese on top. He will grab it once he gets home. I did not take any pictures due to all you can see is cheese. ^_^
Congrats!!!Narcissora wrote: »I just had to share this:
As of today, I am down ten pounds since I started doing bentos again. Yay!!! Lots of yummy food in moderation is working well!0 -
Finally got around to making my first bento! Not the prettiest but I've gotta start somewhere hehe I eat most of my food at work so it's hefty as it includes breakfast, lunch & snacks.
Breakfast (184 cals): Greek yogurt & fresh raspberries
Lunch (615 cals) - Jasmine rice, Korean Beef (new recipe, so good!), a couple pieces of bean curd in mushroom & oyster sauce and tomatoes to fill in the gaps. Doubt I'll finish this, found out pretty quickly how much food I could fit if I pack it tightly o.o
Snack (176 cals) - Celery, grape tomatoes & a mini pack of hummus.
Pretty sure I'll be properly fueled for my workout after work
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FitGeekery wrote: »Finally got around to making my first bento! Not the prettiest but I've gotta start somewhere hehe I eat most of my food at work so it's hefty as it includes breakfast, lunch & snacks.
Breakfast (184 cals): Greek yogurt & fresh raspberries
Lunch (615 cals) - Jasmine rice, Korean Beef (new recipe, so good!), a couple pieces of bean curd in mushroom & oyster sauce and tomatoes to fill in the gaps. Doubt I'll finish this, found out pretty quickly how much food I could fit if I pack it tightly o.o
Snack (176 cals) - Celery, grape tomatoes & a mini pack of hummus.
Pretty sure I'll be properly fueled for my workout after work
That looks great! I saw that square bento, and I almost bought it, but I'm wary of the little open slats around the edge of the bottom layer - is that an added challenge of using that box, or does it not even phase you as being problematic? I want to purchase another box so that I have more options in my bento-planning, and that one is on the list of possibilities.0 -
Not
hing fancy today! Just some homemade Avocado/Shrimp Maki
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@Narcissora I actually really like it and it wasn't a problem at all! The top tier is meant for veggies/salad/dry snacks which is great because my veggies can breathe. Also both tiers are larger than the average bento (600mL each) so I think next time I'll be using more greens/veg as filling.0
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FitGeekery wrote: »@Narcissora I actually really like it and it wasn't a problem at all! The top tier is meant for veggies/salad/dry snacks which is great because my veggies can breathe. Also both tiers are larger than the average bento (600mL each) so I think next time I'll be using more greens/veg as filling.
Woah, that's huge! I don't think I could fill both tiers. My bento is 640mL total... I think I could handle 700mL, but I don't often eat a lot of veggies or leafy greens (not my cup of tea).0 -
@Narcissora Yeah I like veggies (greens I need to work on) so it's not the biggest deal. When I was first looking at reviews it'd said that this was a good 'starter' bento to ease people into the normal bento boxes. I knew these were larger than average but I'd had no real concept of the sizing or how much food would fit LOL Next one I get will definitely be normal sized, but if I want a nice full salad with trimmings + snacks for later or just an excuse to fit in some extra fruit/veg/greens this definitely fits the bill.0
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PixieGoddess wrote: »I have the exact same bento as yesterday because, once again, I need to cook But that's not going to happen this week or weekend because I'M GOING TO DENVER COMIC CON!!!!! (Slightly excited)
Awesome sauce! Have a wonderful time. Is there anything in particular you are excited to see?
I'm a cosplayer, so my big draw is actually just seeing all the other attendees in their costumes!
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PixieGoddess wrote: »I'm a cosplayer, so my big draw is actually just seeing all the other attendees in their costumes!
OH MY GOODNESS I LOVE COSPLAY!!!
Edit: did you see that Simplicity and Mccalls now have a new line of cosplay patterns? They even have a Dalek and Tardis dress pattern! (But my sewing skills are total crap, so I don't make my own costumes. I just enjoy everyone else's creativity).
And now back to bentos... 0 -
Narcissora wrote: »PixieGoddess wrote: »I'm a cosplayer, so my big draw is actually just seeing all the other attendees in their costumes!
OH MY GOODNESS I LOVE COSPLAY!!!
Edit: did you see that Simplicity and Mccalls now have a new line of cosplay patterns? They even have a Dalek and Tardis dress pattern! (But my sewing skills are total crap, so I don't make my own costumes. I just enjoy everyone else's creativity).
And now back to bentos...
NOOOO!!!! Runs to google...
Return to your bentos everyone, nothing to see here!
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PixieGoddess wrote: »
NOOOO!!!! Runs to google...
Here, let me help: click here for details on new Yaya Han and LoriAnn patterns0 -
FitGeekery wrote: »Finally got around to making my first bento! Not the prettiest but I've gotta start somewhere hehe I eat most of my food at work so it's hefty as it includes breakfast, lunch & snacks.
Breakfast (184 cals): Greek yogurt & fresh raspberries
Lunch (615 cals) - Jasmine rice, Korean Beef (new recipe, so good!), a couple pieces of bean curd in mushroom & oyster sauce and tomatoes to fill in the gaps. Doubt I'll finish this, found out pretty quickly how much food I could fit if I pack it tightly o.o
Snack (176 cals) - Celery, grape tomatoes & a mini pack of hummus.
Pretty sure I'll be properly fueled for my workout after work
Yum! Verrrrrryyyy interested in the bean curd and Korean beef recipes.0 -
Agh, still just need to fill these better, but I think the issue is my box sizes, they are either to big or to small. Tomorrow's lunch is spinach, cheese, rice with pinto beans and chicken.
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I may need to invest in some Bento boxes after looking through this post! Everything looks so cute and delicious! Thanks for all the ideas.0
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pronetocrash91 wrote: »I may need to invest in some Bento boxes after looking through this post! Everything looks so cute and delicious! Thanks for all the ideas.
@pronetocrash91 You don't need a fancy box, you can try this out with tupperware!
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Very similar box to my last one but with.... cherries!!
Layer one-Eggplant Romano with Italian meatballs
Layer two- Cherries! and pecorino Romano with a spring mix and tomato salad. Served with Italian dressing.
And I'm totally abusing that elastic band today; my two layers of cherries didn't want to fit!0 -
SpecialKitty7 wrote: »pronetocrash91 wrote: »I may need to invest in some Bento boxes after looking through this post! Everything looks so cute and delicious! Thanks for all the ideas.
@pronetocrash91 You don't need a fancy box, you can try this out with tupperware!
Yes, join us with just about any box you have! 0
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