Let’s start unwasting
That feeling when you cook the perfect amount – clean plates, full stomachs, no leftovers – now that’s Great Unwasting! Let’s be real, your fridge is already jam-packed. Making extra just means more work to store it, remember it, and then toss it by the weekend. Skip the hassle and cook just what you need.
Tip 01
Do a hunger check
“I’m not hungry” – the words every proud chef and Nonna hate to hear. Do a quick hunger check with your nearest and dearest before cooking to avoid your beautifully made meals going to waste.
Tip 02
Home for dinner?
You’ve put time and effort into cooking up something delicious, only to find out the ‘not-so-little-ones’ have made other plans. Checking in on your household members before you start cooking is a surefire way of saving food… and time!
Tip 03
Slice your recipes
Got a recipe for four, but cooking for two? Always cooking more, just in case? Try halving the list of ingredients before you start cooking to perfect your meal size. If the maths is too tedious, check out some of these websites and tools that can do the work for you.
Tip 04
Check those packets
Be sure to check packets for the recommended serving sizes and try them out, they’re super accurate and go a long way to unwasting food from the get-go.
Tip 05
Give measuring a go
One easy way to become a Great Unwaster is to get your hands on some measuring cups and scales. Not only do they reduce food waste by helping you prepare the right amount, they also save time working out what to do with the leftovers.
Don't worry
Oops, cooked enough pasta to feed an Italian village? Don’t worry! Instead of throwing it in the bin, unwaste it by storing and labelling it well in easy-to-grab containers for lunch.
