The amount of food wasted that could be used to perfection in a day may be astounding. In other cases, it occurs since something appears slightly wilted. On other occasions, it is just a habit that has been acquired through the years. Most of the scraps that are used in the kitchen can be reused. According to experts, any daily leftovers usually can be turned into something tasty, handy, or rather nutritious with a small addition of creativity. Waste minimization does not need to be difficult and rigid. It might just begin by seeing something in the ordinary things and understanding that what might be seen as complete may still have a lot to give.
Banana peels
Banana peels are usually thrown away blindly. Some individuals, however, indicate that they could be blended into smoothies, baked into desserts, or even cooked after they have been prepared accordingly. Before getting rid of them, it may be interesting to find out their potential.
Carrot top
Carrot tops might even seem to be decorative greens, although they might as well be used to make a sauce or be added to salads. Certain cooks feel that they could add fresh flavor, like the herbs, when used wisely and washed thoroughly.
Cheese rinds
The hard cheese rinds might not be easy enough to eat directly, but they can be included in the soup or sauce during cooking time. Other house cooks are of the opinion that they can release the flavor gradually, and this will add flavor without adding much effort.
Citrus peels
When the fruit is consumed, orange and lemon rinds are usually discarded. They may, however, be grated to zest, dried to be used in baking, or even infused in recipes. They might be washed thoroughly before this is attempted.
Herb stems
All the focus is normally paid to herb leaves, so stems are neglected. The stems, nevertheless, may be good to taste. Other cooks recommend breaking them down into fine pieces or cooking them in broths, in which case their texture is less prominent.
Apple peels
In some recipes, the apple peels are removed to get the smooth cuts. But they can be reduced to chips, mixed in sauces, or cooked to give natural sweetness. Retaining them might at times save from unwanted waste.
Rice leftovers
Day-old rice that has been kept in the fridge may not look alluring. It might, however, be perfect with fried rice or baked dishes. There is a real possibility that slightly dried rice can be more effective in some recipes, according to some.
Celery leaves
Celery leaves are usually cut and neglected. They can be, however, mild-flavored (they can be put in salads, soups, or garnishes). Rather than considering them as scraps, one can consider them as additional greens.
Onion skins
The peels of onions are normally peeled and disposed of in a hasty manner. Although they are not generally directly eaten, some indicate that they would be used to give broths their color by being simmered and afterwards strained, using something otherwise thrown away.
