Ben K

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

I will learn about what food is still safe to eat if portions have gone bad and make sure to utilize the edible portions if I can.

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.

When life gives me lemons (or other citrus peels), I will use the rinds to make a nontoxic cleaner.

I will learn about food labels and not throw food out just based on the date on the package, but instead check the smell and color to see if it has gone bad.

I will create a cookbook or recipe collection of go-to meals for my household to make meal planning easier.

I will resist impulse buys by eating a snack or meal before going grocery shopping. Those who grocery shop on an empty stomach spend 64% more than not-hungry shoppers.

I will purchase produce and meat directly from a local farmers market and make 3 meals.

I will learn about the foods that grow locally and try gleaning or foraging.