How much food do youthrow awayon a weekly basis?
The average family wastes $600 of food each year, says registered dieticianNicole Cormier.
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Wouldnt you rather have that $600 in your pocket than in your trash can?
Cook Intuitively
The challenge is you dont want food to go to waste, said Cormier.
This tip spoke to me right away because its exactly how I cook!
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Greatist.comsuggests designating one dinner each week as a use-it-up meal.
Instead, Cormier suggests just buying what you know you will use.
Huffington Post writerKaren Cordawaycalls this the Fresh Food Rule.
Buying certain fruits in bulk can seem like a deal.
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Stock up on Roots
Root vegetables that is!
Roots are best stored in a cool, dark, humid room.
When storing them in the refrigerator, keep roots in a paper or plastic bag in the crisper.
Storing them uncovered causes them to soften and go bad quickly, recommends Julia Mueller onOh My Veggies.
Proper Storage is Key
Its not just root vegetables that require special care in storage.
Put your greens directly in the refrigerator and they will be wilted by the end of the day.
Food Republichas a great infographic that shows the proper ways to store items in the fridge for maximum efficiency.
If you do purchase too much food, dont be afraid to freeze extra meat, bread and vegetables.
For vegetables, simply blanch them before sealing them in the freezer bag.
Your Turn: How do you keep from wasting food?
Ally Piper is a writer, designer and marketing director living on Cape Cod.
She blogs about life, business and balance at allypiper.com.
(Can you sense my millennial sarcasm there?)
You know which ones were talking about: rent, utilities, cell phone bill, insurance, groceries…
