Follow these steps for perfect results
Plain cooked rice
cooked
Ham
thinly sliced
Sliced cheese
cut into shapes
Ketchup
for decorating
Wrap the cooked rice in plastic wrap to form a ball.
Create a hole in the center of the rice ball using your thumb.
Thinly slice the ham (3-5 mm) and arrange it on the rice ball to resemble a ribbon.
Use a toothpick to create dots on the ham ribbon with ketchup.
Cut out two small hearts and two small triangles from the sliced cheese.
Cut out a small circle from the cheese using a straw.
Alternatively, use a toothpick to carefully cut the cheese into desired shapes.
Form the cheese pieces into a bow shape and place it on the ham ribbon.
The White Christmas Wreath Bento Lunchbox is now complete and ready to serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Use different colored cheeses for a more vibrant bow.
Get creative with the shapes cut from the cheese.
Pack this bento box with other kid-friendly snacks.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be assembled a few hours in advance.
Arrange in a bento box or on a plate to resemble a Christmas wreath.
Serve with fruit or vegetables on the side.
Kid-friendly
Discover the story behind this recipe
Bento boxes are a common part of Japanese culture, often used for packed lunches.
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