"Here at Tasting Table, we're all about sustainable shopping practices like bringing along reusable shopping bags and buying in bulk for staples like rice. But, one of the most impactful, cost-effective, and often-overlooked strategies for saving money and reducing food waste during your weekly grocery run is to shop your kitchen first. Thoroughly check what is already in your kitchen to plan meals more effectively and shop less wastefully."
"According to the USDA, 30-40% of the total national food supply is wasted. Not only is this a bleak figure from an environmental standpoint, but it's harrowing against the backdrop of the modern food crisis. Per ReFED, a U.S.-based nonprofit focused on food waste solutions, the U.S. wasted $382 billion in surplus food in 2023. Alongside spoilage, the USDA cites overbuying at the grocery store as one of the top contributors to the national food waste epidemic:"
Thoroughly check pantry, fridge, and cupboards before making a grocery list to prevent duplicate purchases and reduce food waste. The USDA estimates 30–40% of the national food supply is wasted. ReFED reports the U.S. wasted $382 billion in surplus food in 2023. Overbuying at grocery stores and cooking more than needed are major contributors to food loss. Shopping the kitchen first saves money and reduces waste. Implement proactive meal planning or use simple inventory checks. Organize pantry using FIFO (first-in, first-out) so older items are visible and used before newer purchases. Even brief familiarization with stocked food prevents buying unnecessary duplicates.
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