Robin Gilmer

I will try a new method of food preservation, such as canning, pickling, drying or making jam. I will try 1 preservation techniques.

I will learn about food storage and store food based on best practices to keep it from spoiling before it is used.

I will organize my refrigerator to maximize shelf life based on the temperature and humidity of different spots.

I will freeze fruits and veggies, such as overripe bananas or avocados, to use later in smoothies.

I will freeze leftover food items or meals for later. The freezer is my food-waste-reduction friend!

I will take a fridge and pantry inventory to stay up to date with what I have at home before I go grocery shopping.

I will plant an herb or vegetable garden at my home or community garden.

I will download and use an app that helps me track and manage my food.

will sign up for Fridge Check Friday emails, sent by Hennepin County but open to everyone, to prompt me to check my fridge for food that needs to be used up and for hacks on storing food to keep it fresh.

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.