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How can I reduce food waste when making meals for one or two people?
Plan portions around likely appetite, use ingredients across more than one meal and freeze suitable extras promptly. Keep track of what is already cooked and prioritise food with the shortest safe storage window.
Why it happens
Making meals for one or two people can create leftovers that are forgotten, while very small quantities may be difficult to cook evenly. Buying large packages can also lead to spoilage.
How it works
Portion planning reduces excess, while prompt storage preserves what remains. Reusing ingredients across meals works best when each use is planned around the food's texture and safety.
By the BhumiSutra kitchen team. Updated 25 October 2026. All products and figures on this prototype site are demonstration data.