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6 Ways to Make Cooking For You Family More Sustainable

If you like to cook, then you know how rewarding cooking for your entire family can be. It’s great to see their full, smiling faces once you place delicious plates on the table. 

But cooking comes with a responsibility to be environmentally conscious.  It is always important to be aware of how our actions impact the world around us. You want to preserve and protect our planet for your children and generations to come. That is why you should aim to be more sustainable in your cooking practices. 

We’ve compiled 6 popular habits that you may want to try.

1. Beeswax Wrap

Beeswax wrap is one of the fastest-growing trends in sustainable cooking. It is perfect for covering your leftovers or transporting food for lunches or other meals. It will allow you to rid your kitchen of wasteful plastic wrap. It consists of cloth (usually cotton) that is coated in beeswax and other natural substances. It can be purchased online or in some stores. You can even make your own. Many sellers provide DIY instructions for homemade beeswax wrap. You can wash it to use again and again.

2. Meal Prepping

Another way to help the earth and your wallet is by effectively meal prepping. If you live a busy life, pick a day during the week when you can get your cooking done. Plan out several meals for the week when you and your family can all eat together. You may make multiple recipes or just stick to one. Make it all at once and organize food into ready-to-go containers that you can keep in the fridge or the freezer. This will save you money. You will waste less food and be less tempted to eat out.


3. Dishwashing Bar Soap

Make the switch to dish soap that comes in bar form. This will eliminate the need for traditional plastic containers that get thrown away. Dishwashing bar soap is easy to use. You simply lather it up and apply it to your dishes. If you can, try to use a scrubber or cloth that is made from natural materials like wood instead of plastic.

4. Composting

This is one of the best things that you can do for your cooking and garden. Instead of throwing away food scraps, toss them in the compost pile. They will decompose and create a wonderful, nutrient-rich soil that you can use in your garden. This will help you cut down on food waste. Before you begin composting, make sure to research what you can and can’t compost.

5. Shop Locally



If you know of a local farmer’s market near you, try to shop there as much as you can. Local farmer’s markets are the best places to find fresh, delicious produce, dairy, spices, coffee, and more. When you shop there, you are also supporting local agriculture. Bring your reusable bags with you and fill them up with natural goodies.

6. Eat More Plants and Less Meat

Although you don’t need to give up meat completely, cutting back on the amount you eat will help the planet. When people raise and transport livestock, it requires extensive land, water, and energy. Try to incorporate more plants into your weekly meals, especially plant-based proteins. There are hundreds of recipes that you can find online for plant-based meals. Try out meat alternatives in restaurants. For example, try ordering a veggie burger instead of a beef burger. 

Conclusion

These changes are easy to make and you will feel good about your contribution to a more sustainable planet. These 6 tips protect the planet, conserve costs, and make your family healthier as well!

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Comments

Chinazor Ominyi
Jan 15, 2020 at 10:42:01
I must admit that I never knew my activities in the kitchen is affecting the environment. Quite an educative article. I will make necessary adjustment in my kitchen lifestyle. However, i would like to know if washing the beeswax cloth will get rid of wax over time.
Aloysius Ochiamu
Jan 30, 2020 at 02:11:19
Hello, I am totally in with you on these sustainability aspect. Apart from these, there should be regular check on the kitchen appliances for example the gas cooker, and refrigerators as they are quite essential in making the home better.
Ohioren
Jan 30, 2020 at 15:37:35
I do bulk cooking a lot. It saves me time