The article discusses the benefits of purchasing locally-grown produce and highlights the challenge of short shelf-life for fresh fruits and vegetables, which often leads to food waste. It notes that around 133 billion pounds of food are wasted yearly in the U.S., with a significant portion due to spoilage. To combat this issue, it suggests creative solutions such as making fruit- and veggie-based cocktails using overripe produce or scraps, thereby reducing waste and enhancing the enjoyment of gatherings. The importance of proper washing of produce is also emphasized for safety.
Consider this: Approximately 133 billion pounds of food is wasted in the U.S. each year. According to the Natural Resources Defense Council, about two-thirds of household food waste is due to spoilage.
Fruit- and veggie-based cocktails are fantastic solutions for soft, overripe produce... you can also incorporate scraps left over from other recipes.
When you're using the peel or skin of any fruit or vegetable, it's very important that you wash it well to remove any wax or pesticides.
If you have a few fruits or veggies in the fridge that you won't realistically use before they spoil, why not try a creative cocktail recipe to keep them from going to waste?
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