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With more and more school going entirely nut-free, and others designating peanut- and tree nut-free tables in the cafeteria, parents who are trying to pack lunch for the kids are finding out that the old stand-by -- peanut butter and jelly -- is on the banned list for lunch. Sure, you can substitute sunflower-seed butter for peanut butter, but here are some other great options that don't require reheating (though some may benefit from being packed in a preheated Thermos), aren't sandwiches, and can survive in a cubby or locker for hours with only an icepack.

1. Cold quesadillas and salsa
2. Mini bagles with cream cheese
3. English-muffin pizzas
4. Cheese omelets
5. Cut up Italian sausage and peppers
6. Macaroni and cheese
7. Tortilla chips, salsa, refired beans, and guacamole
8. Chicken salad and crackers
9. hot dogs and cheese sticks
10. Chili and corn chips
11. Pasta salad with veggies
12. Fajita fillings with corn or wheat tortillas
13. Slow-cooker BBQ pork with cornbread
14. Cubes of salami or ham, cubes of cheese, and pretzel sticks

15. Pancakes, sausage links, and syrup