‘Love Your Leftovers’ is an exciting initiative by NetWaste Councils Forbes, Parkes, Bathurst, Blayney, Cabonne and Orange, to help tackle the food waste crisis.
The aim is to create a ‘Love Your Leftovers’ online recipe book that is inspired by the community for the community.
The councils are calling on individuals, local schools, community groups and businesses to get involved by sharing their favourite leftovers-inspired recipes, plus any tips and ideas about practical ways to reduce food waste.
Once completed, the online recipe book will be free to download and will be a valuable tool in helping residents find inspiration and ideas to reduce food waste and transform leftovers into nutritious, delicious dishes.
If you have a great recipe idea, or even some practical ideas on reducing food waste, you can submit your recipe or idea by completing the entry form at https://app.box.com/s/idto8g3jejsnjz3r4dn0e5akwwp8sk76 and emailing it to netwaste.loveyourleftovers@envirocom.com.au
Recipe submissions should focus on using up pantry staples and leftovers. Meal ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and snacks are welcome! Submissions close on Friday, 25th November.
FOOD WASTE FACTS
• Food waste costs the Australian economy $36.6 billion annually
• The average Australian household throws away $2,500 worth of food every year – that’s equivalent to one in five shopping bags
• The top five most wasted foods in Australia are vegetables, bread, fruit, bagged salad and leftovers
• When food waste rots in a landfill, it generates harmful greenhouse gas emissions
For helpful advice, tips and resources for reducing food waste, visit www.lovefoodhatewaste.nsw.gov.au.