Monbento MB Square Bento Box

Pack The Perfect Lunch Every Time

Bento-style lunchboxes are compartmentalized containers inspired by the Japanese bento, a single‑serving, portable, boxed meal that, according to some sources, dates back to the 12th century. In Japan, traditional bento boxes commonly contained rice, pickled vegetables, and fish or meat, but today they often include a wide variety of foods—sometimes shaped and arranged to resemble cartoon characters, flowers, animals, or other objects. But no matter the composition of your meal, a multicompartment, fairly compact container can be convenient.

"Worth its weight in gold for the practical cook who wants to feel confident about putting good food on the table."

— Detroit News

This Set Includes:

Cook Along with Bridget and Julia

Enjoy mastering a new recipe while tuning in to and following along with new episodes of America’s Test Kitchen with all-new recipes. Every recipe that has appeared on the show is in this cookbook, along with the test kitchen's indispensable notes and tips. You’ll also find a shopping guide that shows what ingredients the ATK Reviews team recommends so that you can re-create the exact dish you see on your screen.

New and Improved Shopping Guide

Enjoy mastering a new recipe while tuning in to and following along with new episodes of America’s Test Kitchen with all-new recipes. Every recipe that has appeared on the show is in this cookbook, along with the test kitchen's indispensable notes and tips. You’ll also find a shopping guide that shows what ingredients the ATK Reviews team recommends so that you can re-create the exact dish you see on your screen.

A Simple Citrus Peel

Hold a citrus strip horizontal, pith side facing you, near the surface of your cocktail. Pinch the zest to express oils onto the cocktail and then rub the outer edge of the glass with the peel.

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(2) Baking Sheets
(2) Sheet Cover Lids

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Winner

Monbento MB Square Bento Box

Size

Leaks

Durability

Ease of Use

Our winner had the largest capacity in the lineup, with two 4-ounce containers that could be used together or separately—the latter option allowing us to pack different foods or prep two meals at once. Both containers were more than 2 inches deep, so it was easy to stir in and eat from them without spilling. The airtight lids sometimes required a bit of strength to remove, but we didn't mind because it was the only container that never leaked. This plastic model retained a barely noticeable sardine smell after one wash, but that faded after a second wash. This model is available in a variety of colors.

Set Composition: 1 lid, 2 containers, 1 food cup, 2 intermediary lids, 2 caps + seals, 2 seals, and 2 elastic bands.

Material: Food Grade PP & Silicone

Dimensions: 5.5 × 5.5 × 5.5 in

Capacity: 8 Cups

Food Grade & BPA-Free

Microwave Safe: Yes

Freezer Safe: Yes

Dishwasher Safe: Yes

Weight: 1.18 pounds

A Simple Citrus Peel

Hold a citrus strip horizontal, pith side facing you, near the surface of your cocktail. Pinch the zest to express oils onto the cocktail and then rub the outer edge of the glass with the peel.