Always wash your hands after handling raw foods, and after using the restroom. Clean Food Wash fruit and vegetables under cold running water to remove soil, bacteria, and possible pesticide residues. Do not use spoiled food. Packing the Meal Use leftovers for spreads. Save time by making spreads and sandwiches at time of use, instead of first freezing leftovers.
Pack lunches right from the refrigerator.
Make fillings and sandwiches the night before so the sandwich is chilled when packed in the carried lunch. To keep food cool, add a can or jar of frozen water or juice. Use butter or margarine instead of mayonnaise if you freeze sandwiches. Plastic Containers Plastic containers save money because they can be used over and over again. They should have a tight seal, be durable, and easily cleaned Uses salads pastries fruit cup sandwiches cereal mixtures Carried Meals Vacuum Bottles Thoroughly clean after use.