Michelle Peterson

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

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 learn about the foods that grow locally and try gleaning or foraging.

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

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

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.