Jen Palmquist

I will track the food that my household of 5 throws out so I can learn what we're wasting and why.

I will store vegetable scraps or bones in my freezer and use them to make veggie stock or bone broth. I will make 2 batches.

I will observe how much my family members eat and learn how many portions will match our life stages and appetites.

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.

I will try a new method of food preservation, such as canning, pickling, drying or making jam. I will try 2 preservation techniques.

I will follow 2 food waste prevention bloggers and influencers to get continuous tips and reminders that I can add to my lifestyle to waste less food.

I will talk to 2 family members or friends about my experience with this challenge, food waste, and what I have learned.

I will plan a meal to use up leftovers by creating a tasty smorgasbord or using a recipe that repurposes them.

I will set structure around mealtimes, serve right-sized portions and allow my kids to follow their hunger cues.

In addition to using up my edible food, I will keep any extra scraps out of the trash by separating them for backyard composting, curbside pickup, or a drop-off program.