Kirsten Ramirez

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

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu of meals and ingredients for my household of 5.

I will properly store apples by keeping them on the counter for up to 7 days and then moving them to the refrigerator.I will keep them away from bananas and avocados, since those speed ripening. I will properly store 10 apples.

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.

I will create an "Eat First" area in my fridge to prioritize food that needs to be used right away for my household of 5.

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 ask for half-portions options at a restaurant or cafe to minimize food waste.

I will purchase produce and meat directly from a local farmers market and make 1 meals.

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