Warm Lunch Wins: 10 Easy Food Jar Ideas for Winter Lunchboxes

It’s no secret our Insulated food jars are popping off this winter and honestly, we get it. When the chill sets in, there’s nothing better than opening up your lunchbox to a warm, hearty meal. If your kids have hit that “no more sandwiches, please” phase, we’ve got your back with a bunch of easy, kid-approved hot lunch ideas.

These food jar fillers are perfect for school lunches, daycare, or even for grown-ups who want something cosy on the go. Just heat and pack!

🔥 Food Jar Faves to Try This Week:

1. Sausage Rolls
Chop them into bite-sized pieces and keep them warm for a fuss-free lunch that’s fun to eat.

2. Chicken Nuggets
Yes, really! Pop them in straight from the air fryer or oven and keep them warm till lunch.

• The 200ml food jar fits around 6 nuggets - perfect for little appetites.

• The 400ml food jar fits up to 10 nuggets, plus room for our dip and sauce box – ideal for packing tomato sauce, mayo, or their fave dipping sauce without any mess.

3. Mac & Cheese
The classic comfort food. Creamy, cheesy and always a winner.

4. Noodles
Slurp-worthy and satisfying.

5. Lasagne
Leftover lasagne slices fit snug in the jar – layers of flavour in every spoonful.

6. Roasted Veggies
Warm, caramelised veggies – a great way to sneak in the good stuff.

7. Pasta
Any pasta works: bolognese, pesto, carbonara, whatever your little one loves.

8. Fried Rice
Easy to prep ahead and pack with veggies, egg, or protein. Super filling.

9. Popcorn Chicken
Crispy little bites that stay warm in the jar, perfect with a side of dipping sauce in our dip and sauce box!

10. Party Pies
Mini but mighty! Party pies are a winter lunchbox favourite – warm, filling, and super easy to prep. 4 party pies fit perfectly into our 400ml food jar.
Just heat them up, pop them in, and you’ve got a bite-sized lunch your kid will actually look forward to.

🔥 Hot Tips for Packing Warm Food

Keep hot foods warm and toasty in your MontiiCo Food Jar by following these simple tips:

1️⃣ Pre-heat your jar: Fill it with boiling water and pop the lid on top (not screwed on) for 10 minutes while you heat up the food.
2️⃣ Heat your food hotter than usual: It’ll cool slightly once it’s packed, so don’t be afraid to go a little over.
3️⃣ Pack it full: Less air = more heat retention. Fill that jar to the brim for maximum toastiness.
⚠️ Safety tip: Always check the food temp before serving to little ones to avoid burns or scalds.

No more soggy sandwiches. Just warm, happy bellies.
Try something new in your MontiiCo Food Jar this week and tag us with your warm lunch creations!