Waste less food at home

Throwing away less food saves real money.

Habits that help

• Put newer groceries behind older ones so the older ones get used first.
• Freeze bread, cooked rice and ripe fruit before they spoil.
• Turn leftovers into a new meal, such as soup, fried rice or a wrap.
• Check dates, but also use your eyes and nose. A "best before" date is about quality, not safety.
• Buy smaller amounts of fresh food that spoils quickly.

Store food well

Keep potatoes and onions in a cool, dark place, and away from each other. Keep herbs in a glass of water. Keep most fruit and vegetables in the fridge crisper.

Use it or freeze it

Once a week, look at what is about to go bad and cook with it first.