Christina Cooks: Back to the Cutting Board

Zero Waste

It's easy to forget the importance of buying fresh food in our busy lives - and remembering to use it before it spoils. As Americans, we waste between 30-40% of the food we purchase. That's almost 120 billion pounds each year! On the other hand, food waste in Italy is 4-5% thanks to an unparalleled reverence towards smart shopping, seasonal ingredients, and sustainable practices. Today's dishes are all about working with what you've got and cleaning out the fridge in a delicious way. We'll also visit a pasta mill in Pienza that has been practicing zero-waste principles for generations. Recipes: Kitchen Sink Soup; Ciambotta over Farro

Channel: WGTE HD

Length: 00:26:46 / Episode: 503