Amy Knaus

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

I will learn about food labels and not throw food out just based on date on the package, but instead check the smell and color to see if it has gone bad.

I will create an "Eat First" area in my fridge to prioritize food that needs to be used right away for my household of 4.

If I am missing an ingredient for a recipe I will find a substitute I have on hand and use that instead.

I will learn about what food is still safe to eat if portions have gone bad and make sure to utilize the edible portions if I can.

I will attend a free Cooking Matters workshop on October 29th at 12 p.m.

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

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu of meals and ingredients for my household of 4.

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