Resolve To Cut Down On Food Waste [Infographic]

What if I told you there was a simple thing you could do today that would save you as much as $2300 this year? It’s totally easy and it won’t cost you anything to get started. You’d be crazy not to do it, right? Would you believe that the average family of four throws out anywhere between $1300 and $2300 worth of food each year? Simply organizing your refrigerator and pantry in such a way that your food doesn’t spoil as quickly can prevent a lot of food waste and keep your money where it belongs- in your wallet!

Keeping milk out of the door is the first thing most people need to be doing. The door remains warmer than the rest of the refrigerator, so that is the best place to store things like pickles, mustard, and jam. Hard winter squash can be stored in a cool dark place in your pantry. Learn more about proper food storage from this infographic!