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Recipe and Tips
Clever food storage hacks and mouthwatering recipes to breathe new life into leftovers - now all in one place. Embrace sustainable cooking, turning every meal into a delicious act of resourcefulness.
Storage Tips
Freeze food
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Freeze items for extended shelf life, such as fresh herbs in olive oil, juiced fruits, and bread.
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Avoid freezing fried foods, yogurt, or
high-moisture items like lettuce or watermelon.
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Don't leave food unrefrigerated for over two hours.
Maximise edible parts
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Utilize the entire vegetable—eat carrots and potatoes with their skin.
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Cook vegetable peels and other edible bits, freeze, and use when needed.
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Serve appropriate portions and opt for smaller plates.
First in, first out
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Prioritize food close to expiry at the front of shelves for visibility.
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Designate a weekly day to consume leftovers or items nearing expiration.
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Understand that food labeled "best before" may still be safe to eat.
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Label storage bins and wrapped items with dates for easy tracking.
Fresh food storage tips
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Seal lemons in plastic bags and refrigerate greens with a paper towel.
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Re-wrap cheese in parchment paper instead of original plastic.
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Puree aging greens and freeze them for smoothie boosters.
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Store natural nut butters upside down to prevent separation.
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Keep non-perishable condiments and dressings in the warmer fridge door shelves.
Recipes
Breathe new life into leftovers with mouthwatering recipes. Embrace sustainable cooking, turning every meal into a delicious act of resourcefulness.