Lunch Upgrade: Next Level Takes on PB&J

Think beyond the white bread.

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It's Peanut Butter Jelly time! Every kid with a semi-normal childhood grew up on PB&J sandwiches. Whether you cut yours in half or in fours, went with crusts or without, it was a simple, delcious treat. Creamy peanut butter with a hint of sweet jelly or jam between two pieces of soft bread—what's not to love? Although a PB&J sandwiches with a tall glass of cold milk will forever be a go-to, we urge you to reconsider its possibilities. Why be ordinary when you can be extraordinary?

Think beyond the sandwich. Skip the white bread and reach for other foods that you wouldn't normally consider smothering in peanut butter and jelly. Mix it up and be creative. There's levels to this sweet and savory ish. Upgrade your lunch game with these next-level takes on PB&J.

15. Peanut Butter and Jelly Oatmeal

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14. Peanut Butter and Jelly Wings

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13. Saltines Peanut Butter and Jelly Cheesecake Sandwiches

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12. Peanut Butter and Jelly Marshmallows

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11. Peanut Butter and Jelly Chicken Lollipops

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10. Peanut Butter and Jelly Cocktail

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9. Peanut Butter and Jelly Popcorn

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8. Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake

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7. Peanut Butter and Jelly Waffles

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6. Peanut Butter and Jelly Doughnut

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5. Peanut Butter and Jelly Pizza

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4. The Candwich

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3. Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes

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2. Grilled PB&J Sandwich

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1. PB&J Sushi Rolls

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