Julie Stradel-Graf

I will ask for half-portions options at 2 restaurants and cafes to minimize food waste.

I will freeze fruits and veggies, such as overripe bananas or avocados, to use later in smoothies.

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 finish, share or repurpose 4 servings of leftovers.

I will keep notes on all the food that my household of 2 throws out so I can learn how what we're wasting, how much, and why it goes to waste.

I will plan an Eat the Leftovers night by creating a tasty “smorgasbord" or using a recipe that repurposes leftovers. I will eat 4 meals using leftovers.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu of meals and ingredients for my household of 2.