Elyse Collyer

I will explore different meal plan techniques and choose one that works for my household.

I will create a cookbook or recipe collection of go-to meals for my household to make meal planning easier.

I will plan a meal to use up leftovers by creating a tasty smorgasbord or using a recipe that repurposes them.

I will take a fridge and pantry inventory to stay up to date with what I have at home before I go grocery shopping.

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

I will try a new method of food preservation, such as canning, pickling, drying or making jam. I will try 3 preservation techniques.

I will watch 1 videos or documentaries to learn about the scope and scale of food waste in this country.

I will resist impulse buys by eating a snack or meal before going grocery shopping. Those who grocery shop on an empty stomach spend 64% more than not-hungry shoppers.

I will learn about food labels and not throw food out just based on the date on the package, but instead check the smell and color to see if it has gone bad.