Reusing store-bought food containers is a great small thing you can do to make your household and kitchen more eco-friendly.
Instead of using unnecessary resources like plasticware to store foods we have prepared and bought for our kitchens, the planet thanks us if we instead opt to reuse the containers that were used to package things we have consumed in the past. Here are some great ones you can try yourself.
Jelly Jars
Glass jars used as packaging for jellies and jams are a great reusable kitchen option. These medium-sized containers are perfect for storing homemade sauces, jellies, jams—and even dry goods like candy and popcorn.
Glass Bottles
Another piece of glassware you can reuse are glass bottles. These are commonly found as the containers for sparkling water, some sodas, and some alcoholic beverages. Use them as a receptacle for chilled water in your refrigerator or for homemade juices you want to store.
Plastic Tupperware
It’s become more and more common recently to find food products in the supermarket that are sold in plastic tupperware containers. While this isn’t the most eco-friendly packaging out there, you can at least reuse this tupperware to store leftovers and food you want to refrigerate instead of buying more of it.
