David Carnes

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

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

I will buy locally grown food from my grocery store and make 1 meal(s).

I will resist the suggestion to buy the quantity advertised on sale and only buy what I know I will eat.

Bigger carts make us feel like we need to fill them! Use a hand basket to improve grocery store discipline and prevent over-purchasing.

I will buy loose produce or food from the bulk section to get the exact quantity I need, instead of buying pre-packed quantities.