How to waste less food at home

A typical household throws away a lot of food it paid for. These habits cut that down without much effort.

Before you shop

• Check the fridge first (a quick photo helps).
• Plan two or three dinners, not seven.
• Write a list and stick to it.

Storing

• Keep the fridge at 5 °C or below.
• First in, first out: move older food to the front.
• Freeze bread, cooked rice and leftovers you won't eat in two days.

Cooking

• Have a "use it up" night each week.
• Turn wilting vegetables into soup, sauce or a frittata.
• Cook the right amount: use the servings setting in PantryChef.

Try it with your fridge