And here I am, putting out a “Closet Clearance” challenge for January. Basically, see what you can make while taking full advantage of what’s already in your cupboard, cellar, freezer, etc. and use up what you have instead of buying new groceries.
(This does not include perishable foods like fresh milk or vegetables!)
In other words, can you build your menus around that bag of beans in the pantry or the bag of mystery meat in your freezer? What about the more exotic spices? The pantry staples where you went just a bit overboard when they were on sale a while ago and that now clog up your shelves?
I certainly will try to do that for the next weeks, which should have a few benefits:
- saves money (I’m sure we’re not the only ones who’s bank account suffered a double blow thanks to Christmas and the yearly payments for insurances etc. in January) and reduces food waste
- clears out closet / freezer space (which makes spring cleaning soooo much easier)
- encourages to break free from same-old-same-old food rut and look up ideas to actually use what is available
I am looking forward to your contributions and stories - stars to be handed out freely!
@JourneymanGeek OTOH - I have sugar and organic oranges.
@Cindy thanks - I kind of winged it for now, but I’m always interested in good recipes! So, yes, please, whenever you have time. Happy New Year!
