Camille Gross

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 create an "Eat First" area in my fridge to prioritize food that needs to be used right away for my household of 2.

I will track the food that my household of 2 throws out so I can learn what we're wasting and why.

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

I will set aside time to prepare meals in advance.

I will check to see what will be ready to eat in my garden or CSA box this week and plan recipes that use these ingredients.

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.