Mary Schmidt

I will rescue limp produce like leafy greens or carrots by soaking them in cold water or using them in recipes where appearance doesn't matter.

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 freeze leftover food items or meals for later. The freezer is my food-waste-reduction friend!

I will store 2 potato(es) in a cool dark place and eat them within two weeks to prevent them from sprouting.

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.

To keep berries fresh, place them on top of a paper towel in a sealed container to absorb excess moisture and reduce chances of molding. I will properly store 1 packs of berries.

I will allow green, unripe avocados to ripen on the counter then transfer them to the refrigerator. Once cut, I will keep the pit in and rub the avocado with lemon or oil to reduce browning. I will properly store 1 avocados.