Eliminate Food Waste With Simple Recipes

We Can Reduce Food Waste

Americans waste food. According to an article in Forbes, the USDA has determined that people waste, on average, nearly a pound of food per day.  Another article states that, on average, Americans waste more than 20 pounds of food per person per month (Amy Palanjian "12 Ways To Use Food Waste"). Whether it is a pound a day or 20 pounds a month that is not acceptable. According to the USDA, In 2017 an estimated 1 in 8 Americans were food insecure. Wasting food when so many others are hungry is a shame. There are steps we can take to reduce this waste. We can make the most of groceries, reduce waste, and save money by making simple changes in our routines. 

Darkening Bananas

Bananas that are overripe can be used in banana bread, smoothies, or a banana “ice cream”.  Read my recipe for Banana Soft Serve. Banana peels can be used for a tooth whitener and can help ward off pests in the garden. Read more about uses for banana peels here.

Herb Stems and Vegetable Stems

Herb and vegetable stems can be used in a variety of ways. Parsley, basil, and carrot tops make great pesto. Beet and kohlrabi stems/leaves are great sautéed. Read my recipe for Carrot Green Pesto and Savory Beet Greens.

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