Pat Miller

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 observe how much my family members eat and learn how many portions will match our life stages and appetites.

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 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 store vegetable scraps or bones in my freezer and use them to make veggie stock or bone broth. I will make 1 batches.

I will set aside time to prepare meals in advance.

I will track the food that my household of 1 throws out so I can learn what we're wasting and why.