Kim M Bennett
8/12/2024 6:10 PM
yes there are a few food items I have not been storing right. I will change how I store tomatoes, cucumbers, and zucchini.
August 1 - August 31, 2024
Kim M Bennett
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 121 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.9pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO1.7poundsfood waste prevented
Kim M's actions
Cooking
Swap This for That
If I am missing an ingredient for a recipe I will find a substitute I have on hand and use that instead.
Storage
Learn About Food Storage
I will learn about food storage and store food based on best practices to keep it from spoiling before it is used.
Storage
Preserve food
I will try a new method of food preservation, such as canning, pickling, drying or making jam. I will try 3 preservation techniques.
Community
Volunteer to Rescue Food
I will volunteer 2 hours to support existing community food waste reduction and recovery efforts like gleaning or for a food bank.
Cooking
Revive Limp Produce
I will rescue limp produce like leafy greens or carrots by soaking them in cold water or using them in recipes where appearance doesn't matter.
Shopping
Source Local Foods
I will buy locally grown food from my grocery store and make 2 meal(s).
Shopping
Buy Loose Produce and Shop the Bulk Bins
I will buy loose produce with a reusable bag or food from the bulk section to get the exact quantity I need.
Planning
Plant a Garden
I will plant an herb or vegetable garden at my home or community garden.
Planning
Plan to Use My Garden or CSA Produce
I will check to see what will be ready to eat in my garden or CSA box this week and plan recipes that use these ingredients.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONStorage Learn About Food StorageDid you find that you were storing food incorrectly? Which items have you changed?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONStorage Preserve foodCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. What are some foods you would like to preserve and enjoy later?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONPlanning Plant a GardenBesides having access to fresh herbs and vegetables, what benefits will you see from growing your own garden?
Kim M Bennett 8/12/2024 5:56 PMherbs and veggies always available without going anywhere and without spending additional money.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONShopping Buy Loose Produce and Shop the Bulk BinsHow has buying bulk impacted the amount of food you waste?
Kim M Bennett 8/12/2024 5:37 PMit is getting less but I still do waste some. Its hard to cook for one person. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONShopping Source Local FoodsIf you were to only eat what is in season locally, what would be the hardest food item for you to give up?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONPlanning Plan to Use My Garden or CSA ProduceHow easy has it been for you to plan your garden or CSA produce into your meals? Do you ever let your seasonal food go to waste?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCooking Revive Limp ProduceWhat successes have you had in reviving limp produce? What can you do so that your produce doesn't go limp in the future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCooking Swap This for ThatHow comfortable are you with making ingredient swaps? Where do you go to find substitutes if you don't have what you need?
Kim M Bennett 8/12/2024 5:25 PMI try to substitute when I can but it doesn't always work out. sometimes its so bad I have had to throw stuff away.