Culture and Recreation, Rockville Reports

Season’s Eating: Sustainable Cooking Tips

When preparing a holiday feast follow these simple tips to make it more sustainable:

• Reduce food waste by buying and preparing only what you need.
• Scrape fats, oils and grease into the trash or a sealable can. Never pour fats, oils or grease down the drain where they can lead to clogged pipes and sewer backups.
• Bake several dishes in the oven at a time to save energy.
• Use dishes, glassware, flatware, tablecloths and cloth napkins instead of disposable items.
• Make creative centerpieces out of things you find around the house or in the yard, such as pine cones, leaves and branches.
• Encourage guests to take home leftovers or store them in the freezer to enjoy later.