Elizabeth Greenfield

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

I will only purchase the items on my grocery list and avoid impulse purchases.

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 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.

I will purchase produce and meat directly from a local farmers market and make 2 meals.

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

I will watch 2 videos or documentaries to learn about the scope and scale of food waste in this country.

When I restock my fridge or pantry, I will put new items in the back and bring older items to the front to be used first.