Crystal Turner

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

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

I will create an "Eat First" area in my fridge to prioritize food that needs to be used right away for my household of 2.

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

I will try a recipe that utilizes parts of an animal that are typically wasted (skin, bones, organs, etc.).

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

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

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 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.

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