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Hennepin County | Ramsey County | Washington County
Stop Food Waste Challenge
August 1 - August 31, 2025

Bloomington Food Savers (residents & City staff) Feed

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  • Pat Burns's avatar
    Pat Burns 8/07/2025 3:10 PM
    Last night I made salsa verde with tomatillos from our CSA. I went light on the jalapeño, also from the CSA, and wish I’d added a bit more. Still it’s delicious and I’m happy to use the produce in the fridge.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Cooking
    Have you previously learned about what food is still safe to eat if a portion of it goes bad? Who taught you this information?
    Heather M's avatar
    Heather M 8/04/2025 7:56 PM
    My mom had to be resourceful, and I grew up watching her use these strategies. But I was surprised (and impressed) just how many of these she’d used!
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    Heather M 8/04/2025 7:43 PM
    Excited for this challenge. The hard part is getting the rest of the household on board. Made a meal based off what needed used - and it was a surprise hit!
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Planning
    How easy has it been for you to plan your garden or CSA produce into your meals? Do you ever let your seasonal food go to waste?
    Pat Burns's avatar
    Pat Burns 8/03/2025 2:28 PM
    It takes planning and time input. Some weeks are easier than others. Sadly, some producers end up in the compost bin.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Cooking
    What successes have you had in reviving limp produce? What can you do so that your produce doesn't go limp in the future?
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    Pat Burns 8/03/2025 2:27 PM
    I have successfully revived, lettuce, and carrots. Rotating stock and paying better attention to what’s in the refrigerator would help prevent this issue.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Storage
    Canning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. What are some foods you would like to preserve and enjoy later?
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    Pat Burns 8/01/2025 1:07 PM
    Pickles, green beans, carrots
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Cooking
    How comfortable are you with making ingredient swaps? Where do you go to find substitutes if you don't have what you need?
    Pat Burns's avatar
    Pat Burns 8/01/2025 1:00 PM
    I am getting more comfortable with ingredients swats. I generally go online to find suggestions.
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