Avoid the Food Waste Grinch this Holiday Season!

Do 1Thing together! Save the Food!
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Did you know that one-third of all food in the United States is NOT EATEN! Most ends up in landfills and down sewer systems. Stop the grinchy food waste, and spread holiday cheer into the New Year and beyond! Save the Food! It's one of the easiest things to do to save money and the environment!

Planning & Shopping Tips
Make a list with meals in mind to save money and time. Buying what you need makes you more likely to eat it all. Meal prep mate

Cooking & Preparation Tips
Learn the difference between “sell-by,” “use-by,” “best-by,” and expiration dates & more. Waste-less recipes

Storage Tips
Store food properly in your refrigerator. Freeze leftovers and food that won't be eaten in a timely manner. Always label food with content and date. Interactive storage guide.

A family of 4 spends an average of $1500 a year on food that is NOT EATEN! Save the Food! Stop the Waste! Buy what you need and eat what you buy! Check out the Wasted Food Scale!

If you can't reduce food waste, then divert it to benefit the environment and others. Nutritious, safe and untouched food can go to a local food bank / pantries. Composting scraps at home.

Doing 1Thing together a Big Win!

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