Michael Torres

I will have my children try new foods (including veggies!) to encourage them to not be picky eaters.

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

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

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu of meals and ingredients for my household of 4.

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

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 follow 1 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 learn about food storage and store food based on best practices to keep it from spoiling before it is used.