Terese Bordeau

In addition to using up my edible food, I will separate and compost my food scraps using backyard composting, curbside pickup, or a drop-off program.

I will purchase produce and meat directly from a local farmers market and make 5 meals.

I will rescue limp produce like leafy greens or carrots by soaking them in cold water or using them in recipes where appearance doesn't matter.

If I am missing an ingredient for a recipe I will find a substitute I have on hand and use that instead.

I will have a discussion with my 2 children about the importance of not wasting food.

I will try root-to-leaf recipes, which utilize all parts of the vegetable, such as beet greens, carrot tops, and herb stems.

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