But it can be done, and the resulting products speak for themselves.
Green plate special
There’s no need to throw away potato skin peelings
In most dishes, the peel is just fine and when it’s not, we’ve got you covered with a spicy-sweet recipe.
Homemade hot dog rolls: They taste better
And several other reasons to consider making your own, including sustainability.
Before a holiday, use up the dribs and drabs in your fridge and pantry
And while you’re at it, figure out how much food you typically waste.
Green crabs have invaded, and if you can’t beat ’em, eat ’em
Efforts to turn the invasive green crabs into a restaurant delicacy continue.
Weigh, don’t measure, next time you bake
Oust the cups, invite in the grams, for accuracy’s sake and possibly less food waste.
Samphire, sea bean, glasswort – whatever you call it, it’s delicious
Forage for seaweed in a marsh near you, and then serve it up for dinner.
You can never have too many strawberries
Freeze them for later (is there such a thing as too many strawberries?)
‘Green Plate Special’ cookbook, based on Maine Sunday Telegram column, wins award
Christine Burns Rudalevige’s book takes the prize in the Socially Conscious category at The Readable Feast.
Does your yogurt habit make you a heedless environmentalist?
Cut down on plastic and food miles by buying local or making your own.