216: Eat foods you already have – especially leftovers by matthew

This tip is part of the Mastering the Art of Sustainable Cooking contest.
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Between a quarter and a half of all US food is wasted. Leaving food to languish until it goes off is just as bad as throwing it straight in the trash. Instead of deciding on a recipe and then making a shopping list, try looking in the fridge and pantry and then choosing a recipe that suits. You’ll save money and trips to the grocery store. Once you’ve developed a repertoire of leftover-based recipes, you’ll come to cherish them as tasty time savers.

How do you make sure to use all the food you buy?

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