Shocking, right? But here's the thing: a significant portion of that waste comes from our own homes, and with just a few simple tips and tricks, we can turn the tide. That's where Thermomix® and Too Good To Go come in. Together, we're on a mission to promote responsible food consumption and show you how easy, delicious, and budget-friendly it is to embrace a sustainable lifestyle right in your own kitchen. Get ready for a treasure trove of insightful tips, delicious recipes, and fun hacks that'll make sustainability in the kitchen an absolute joy!
Bread should be stored dry at room temperature in a linen bread bag or bread box. It's important that air circulates and doesn't stand still, like in a plastic bag, for example.
Good to know: Whole grain and rye breads can stay fresh for up to nine days, while wheat bread only remains fresh for about three day
● Aged hard cheese should be stored in wax paper in a resealable container.
● Blue cheese, sliced cheese, and soft cheese only need a resealable container.
● Mozzarella should remain in its original packaging, with the water changed every few days.
● Potatoes prefer cool, dry, and dark places. Important: Avoid contact with onions or bananas.
● Place mushrooms in a paper bag and store them in a dark, cool place to keep them fresh longer.
● You can easily wrap fresh spinach and herbs in a kitchen towel to absorb excess water and store them in an airtight container or bag with a zip closure.
● Tomatoes last longer when stored upside down on the stem side.
● Carrots and asparagus are best kept in a glass with water.
Harmonising your fridge helps your food to keep for longer if you've bought too much. It's so easy to organise your fridge cleverly.
Sort your food so that older products are at the front. This helps to use products with a short expiry date first - so first in, first out!
Cleaning the fridge regularly with vinegar water prevents bacteria from developing and means that fresh produce spoils less quickly.
Understanding the difference between the "use by" date and the "best before" date is key.
●The "Use By" Date ("Use by …") is typically found on fish, meat, and shellfish. Consuming these foods after the "use by" date can make you sick, so do not consume these products after the "use by" date has passed.
● The "Best Before" Date ("Best before …") on products like rice, canned goods, or oil is simply an indication of quality. These foods often remain good for longer! Before discarding products with expired "best before" dates, always check first to see if they are still edible.
Rely on your senses when it comes to foods with "best before" dates: Look, Smell, Taste.
When it comes to an uncooked egg, it's not possible to determine if it's still edible just by looking, smelling, or tasting it. That's where the egg test comes in! For this test, all you need is a glass filled with water, into which you gently place the egg you want to test. Now observe how the egg behaves:
● If it sinks to the bottom, it is still relatively fresh and therefore edible.
● If the egg sinks but stands upright, you should consume it soon.
● If the egg floats to the surface, unfortunately, it is no longer edible.
