Laquieta Brooks

I will scale down the recipe of a meal to make just the right amount for my household of 1 so we eat everything up.

I will sign up for Fridge Check Friday emails, sent by Hennepin County but open to everyone, to prompt me to check my fridge for food that needs to be used up and for hacks on storing food to keep it fresh.

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.

I will intentionally buy ugly produce at the grocery store, farmers market, or sign up for an ugly produce CSA box.

I will talk to 2 family members or friends about my experience with this challenge, food waste, and what I have learned.

I will download and use an app that helps me track and manage my food.

I will share information about saving food and the actions that I am taking on social media.

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

I will allow green, unripe avocados to ripen on the counter then transfer them to the refrigerator. Once cut, I will keep the pit in and rub the avocado with lemon or oil to reduce browning. I will properly store 2 avocados.

I will create an "Eat First" area in my fridge to prioritize food that needs to be used right away for my household of 1.