Give these fun, delicious recipes a try when you've got time to hang out this holiday season. You will fall in love with all five. When it's time to go back to work, make your favorite and package it up in a container or thermos. You'll outshine any sandwich out there.
Tortilla soup, from Pati's Mexican Table. This soup is warming, spicy and authentic, and you can pack the toppings in a separate baggie and assemble right before eating. It's so simple to make, and you'll be craving round two as soon as you run out.
Gnocchi with homemade pesto, from Two Peas and Their Pod. Gnocchi are amazing, whether they're store-bought or homemade, but homemade pesto is what brings this dish to new levels. If you have a blender, it's unbelievably easy to make, and it tastes as herb-y, cheesy and fresh as can be.
Vegetarian burrito bowl, from Oh She Glows. This high-protein, fiber-packed dish is bursting with flavor and will keep you full until dinnertime.
Zucchini risotto, from What's Gaby Cooking. Risotto is not nearly as intimidating as people think and keeps surprisingly well in the fridge. The texture is best right after you make it, but it will still make a fantastic desk lunch to reheat.
Cold spicy peanut noodles, from New York Times Cooking. This dish requires lots of ingredients, but it's for good reason. The flavors build on each other and work magic together. The recipe is straightforward, and the resulting noodle bowl will make you feel like you ventured to Chinatown for a spicy, savory meal.
