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Mushrooms
Keep raw mushrooms in a paper bag or porous container in the refrigerator for the longest shelf life.
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Veggie Snacks
Place cut carrots and celery in jars filled with water to keep them fresh, crisp and easy to grab for up to a week.
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Citrus Peels
Before composting the peel, consider alternative uses for kitchen and household clean-up.
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Food Donation
If you or your work place are hosting a catered event and have trays of extra edible food, there is no need to toss it all in the compost bin. With a little planning your celebratory feast can help feed others.
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Carrot Top Salsa Verde
A new spin on the Italian classic, this salsa uses carrot tops. Great with fish or to drizzle on roasted root veggies.
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Reviving Mac & Cheese
Leftover macaroni and cheese can be transformed into a new tasty meal or side-dish.
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The Guest-imator
Use this dinner party calculator from Save The Food to estimate how much food you need to keep your guests full and happy.
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Expiration Dates
The USDA states that even if the expiration date on your food item has passed, it should still be safe to eat if handled properly until the spoilage is evident.
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Egg Test
Not sure if your eggs are still fresh? If the date has passed, they may still be good to eat.
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Peel It
Don’t forget to remove the produce sticker before composting your peels! These tiny pieces of plastic are a major problem for composting facilities.
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Tub It
Keep a small tub near your cutting board to collect vegetable trimmings, then easily dump into the curbside green bin.
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Neat News
Line your compost pail with newspaper or a paper bag to minimize any mess. Dump everything into your green bin.
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Line It
Line your pail with a bag to keep things even tidier. Just make sure the bag is compostable.
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Helpful Host
Tired of telling guests where to put their dirty napkins and paper plates? Make a sign to show them what goes into the compost bin.
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Dried Apples
Turn your extra apples into a healthy on-the-go snack by slicing and drying them.
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Bread Crumbs
Save your stale bread and hard heels for later by turning them into bread crumbs.
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Croutons
Save leftover bread from going into the compost bin by turning it into delicious homemade croutons.
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Carrots
Floppy carrots don't need to go into the compost. Use water to bring them back to life and keep them crunchy.
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BASIL
To keep basil full and fresh, trim the stems and place them in a jar with 1-2 inches of water, just like cut flowers. Store them on the counter and away from direct sunlight.
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Fried Rice
Repurpose your leftover rice and clear out your veggie drawer by making a tasty fried rice.
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Prep Now, Eat Later
Prepare perishable foods soon after shopping. That makes it easier to whip up meals later in the week, saving time, effort and money.
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Tomatoes on the vine
Keep tomatoes tasty by storing them on the counter, vine side down. Transfer them to the refrigerator when fully ripe.
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Asparagus
Trim the ends of asparagus and place them in a jar or glass with 1-2 inches of water, just like fresh cut flowers. Keep them in the refrigerator.
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Pasta Frittata
Tired of that leftover pasta? Give it a new life by turning it into a pasta frittata.
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Pears
For the tastiest pears, keep them in single layer on the counter until fully ripe, then, transfer them to the refrigerator to extend shelf life.
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Fresh Herbs
Store cilantro and other fresh herbs just like cut flowers in a jar with 1-2 inches of water and covered with a plastic bag to maintain moisture.
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Fresh Berries
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.
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Veggie Stock
Keep your veggie scraps and floppy carrots and celery in the freezer to make a flavorful veggie stock in the future.
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Citrus Juice Cubes
Citrus nearing its end? Before composting the rinds, save the juice for later by making frozen juice cubes!
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Bananas
To keep bananas from browning quickly, break up the bunch and separate. Don’t store bananas with apples, which speed up ripening.
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Frozen Herbs
Don’t let your surplus herbs go to waste! Save them for later by making herb cubes with oil or butter.
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Potatoes
Store potatoes with an apple to avoid early sprouting. Keep them away from onions and in a cool, dark place.
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Bread Pudding
Turn your stale bread into a delicious dessert.
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Stuffed Bell Peppers
Put that stale old bread to use by making this simple stuffed pepper side dish.
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Bread
To keep from drying out, store all types of bread in a breadbox, not the refrigerator.
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Hardy Herbs
Woody or hardy herbs like rosemary, thyme, sage, and chives, should be arranged lengthwise on a damp paper towel, rolled up, and then sealed in a plastic bag. Store in the refrigerator.
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Lettuce
Roll unwashed lettuce in a dry towel, then store in a sealed bag in the refrigerator.
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Citrus
Refrigerate oranges and other citrus in a bag for up to 3 weeks. Freeze citrus and zest for recipes.
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Avocados
Allow green, unripe avocados to ripen on the counter, then transfer to the refrigerator. Once cut, keep the pit in and rub with lemon or oil to reduce browning.
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Portion Size
Don’t get left with loads of leftovers- consult the portion size chart and plan accordingly!
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Apples
Store apples up to 7 days on the counter, then move them to the refrigerator. Keep them away from bananas and avocados as they speed ripening.
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Shopping Tips
Reducing food waste starts with smart shopping. Adopt these shopping habits to avoid overbuying at the grocery store.
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