WITH bills continuing to rise amid the current cost of livingcrisis, most of us will be feeling the strain on our budgets.
Especially since the UK’s inflation has unexpectedly climbed by 2.5 per cent this year, which is seeing the prices of household essentials skyrocket.
And food prices are one thing that is rapidly increasing, including costs for staples like meat, eggs, butter and cereals.
So finding ways to keep costs down on other things like our food shop and supermarketbills is key.
And in a bid to help, experts have shared their top tips on how to reduce food waste and save money.
Professionals at kitchen appliance brandCookology revealed that there are six key ways that households make their food budgets stretch further.
And one tip can actually help revive limp foods that save you from throwing them in the bin.
Andrew Wright, Founder of Cookology, said: “At Cookology, we understand the growing pressures faced by families across the UK.
We believe that by sharing simple yet effective kitchen hacks, we can empower households to make their food budgets stretch further
Andrew WrightFounder of Cookology
“The recent inflation figures, highlighting the rise in food costs, are a real concern.
“We believe that by sharing simple yet effective kitchen hacks, alongside providing quality, space-efficient appliances, we can empower households to make their food budgets stretch further and minimise waste.
“Our aim is to provide solutions, both through our appliance designs and by offering actionable advice, that help our customers make the most of their groceries and reduce unnecessary waste.
“Our range is specifically designed to offer flexible storage solutions for any size kitchen, helping to keep food fresher for longer and maximise options for consumers.”;;
Revive and Thrive
As mentioned, the experts shared their key tip to save those veggies that are starting to get limp.
And all you need is a bowl of ice water.
They said: “Don’t toss those wilting greens or limp carrots!
“Soaking them in ice water can bring them back to life.
“And that stale bread? A little moisture and oven heat can work wonders.”;;
The “Eat Me First”;; System
This is a very simple, easy way that stops food from rotting in the fridge.
It also works by bringing expired dates to attention, stopping them from being forgotten about.
This stops food from being wasted and having to be thrown out.
Andrew explained: “Combat forgotten leftovers and near-expiration dates by designating a visible ‘Eat Me First’ box in your fridge.”;;
Unlock Hidden Potential
Most of us buy food and ingredients and then only use the part we need, and throw out the rest.
But the experts say we should be using every part of our ingredients to get the most out of our money.
They suggested: “Get the most out of your ingredients by using every part.
“Roast chicken bones make delicious broth, broccoli stems can be peeled and stir-fried, and herb stems add flavour to sauces.”;;
DIY Savings
It can be tempting to pick up ready-made snacks because it’s so much easier.
But experts say that making our own can save us all some cash.
The experts say: “Skip expensive pre-made snacks and drinks by making your own granola, iced coffee, and trail mix at home.”;;
Natural Powerhouse Cleaning
We all know that cleaning products can take a huge chunk of cash out of our budgets.
So, experts say we could actually try making our own with a few household items.
Things you may already have in your kitchen can have an incredible amount of other uses.
Andrew explains: “A simple solution of vinegar and baking soda can tackle many cleaning tasks, saving you money on commercial products.”;;
Grow Your Own
Buying seeds and trying to grow our own food is a good way to get fresh produce.
But did you know you can actually do it without buying seeds?
All you need to do is keep small bits of scraps from your food waste.
Experts say: “Extend your fresh produce by regrowing kitchen scraps like green onions, lettuce, and basil in water or soil.”;;
