Looking for new, delicious, and easy lunchbox ideas for your kids? Meet P.A.N. — the beloved brand of precooked corn meal with nearly 65 years of tradition. Now, P.A.N. brings its authentic taste to a new line of frozen arepas and tequeños available in the U.S., transforming any snack or meal into a tasty and practical experience.
Empresas Polar, the parent corporation of the P.A.N. brand, sponsored this article.
Frozen doesn’t mean flavorless! With P.A.N., you can feel good about serving your family convenient, high-quality meals made with the authentic taste of corn and Latin tradition. Whether it’s for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or family treats, P.A.N. arepas and tequeños are ready to surprise your taste buds.
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Have You Tried Arepas Yet?
If you’ve never had an arepa, you’re missing out! These round corn cakes are soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, and made from precooked corn meal that’s naturally gluten-free. You can split them open like a pocket and fill them with your favorite ingredients — ham, cheese, scrambled eggs, chicken, beef, or tuna. The combinations are endless!
Best of all, you can find P.A.N. arepas ready to heat and enjoy in the frozen section of your supermarket. It’s a quick, different, and delicious way to prepare a lunch or snack your kids will actually eat.
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Lunchbox Idea: Stuffed Arepas
Make lunchtime the favorite part of your child’s day with this easy, flavorful idea!
Stuffed Arepas with Eggs and Cheese
- Heat frozen P.A.N. arepas according to package instructions.
- Carefully open each arepa and fill with scrambled eggs and shredded cheese.
- Let cool and place in lunchbox with an ice pack.
Kids can enjoy this lunch cold or reheat at school. Pair with fresh fruit and a drinkable yogurt for a fun, balanced lunchbox meal.
For Cheese Lovers (and Irresistible Snacks!)
If everyone in your house loves cheese, there’s even better news: P.A.N. also offers cheese arepas with gooey cheese baked right into the dough. When heated, the cheese melts and blends with the toasted corn flavor for a truly irresistible bite.
Looking for a snack that’s quick and satisfying? Try P.A.N. tequeños — delicious cheese sticks wrapped in soft wheat dough, perfect for dipping in sauces, pairing with fruit, or enjoying on their own. They’re also available in a fun pizza flavor that’s sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
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Where to Buy P.A.N. Arepas and Tequeños
Ready to add a delicious twist to your family’s meals? Visit the frozen food section at your local store, and bring home authentic P.A.N. arepas and tequeños today.
P.A.N. is available in more than 20 grocery store chains across the United States, including Kroger, Aldi, Publix, Winn-Dixie and H-E-B. Look for P.A.N. products, like tequeños and arepas in the frozen food aisle or explore P.A.N.'s full product line here!
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Quick, flavorful, and made with love — P.A.N. makes every mealtime a little more special.