ingredients for salads and produce for side dishes that go well with fish, chicken or meat entrées. To prevent fruit from rotting in the fridge, estimate how many pieces you’ll need for your lunches and snacks for the week.
“Sustainability is about making the best possible choices for your health, the health of the community, the environment and those producing your food,” Mills says. “Sustainable practices build strong communities, diverse ecosystems, and healthy individuals.”
Prepare meals in advance. Write down meals and recipes you want to make during the week. Be sure to include a variety of foods from the major food groups—fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy to get the nutrients you need.
Plan to use leftovers. Think about larger recipes with enough servings for multiple meals. This can reduce the number of ingredients you need to buy, and save you time preparing another meal.
Look in your freezer, cabinets, and refrigerator to determine what you currently have on hand. You’ll save money by using these items in the upcoming week’s meals. When you don’t have