“The Mystery Container in the Back” Fridge Storage & Food Waste

Last week, I pulled out a container from the back of my fridge. I didn’t remember what it was. Didn’t want to open it either. I tossed it, sighed, and said, “We’ve got to do better.”

Since then, I started labeling my leftovers with a piece of tape and a date. I moved the old stuff to the front, and now I have a system: eat what I already made before I reach for new groceries. It’s not about perfection—it’s about respect. For the food. For the money. For the time I put into cooking.

Tip:

• Keep a small whiteboard or notepad on your fridge: write what’s in there and when you made it.

• Store leftovers in clear containers so you can actually see what’s inside.

Quote: “The fridge is not a graveyard. It’s a tool—use it wisely.”