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with Amy French
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Pumpkin Skin Dog Treats - Zero Waste
Homemade baked pumpkin skin is a great zero waste dog treat that is salt and sugar free, healthy for them and can reduce your food waste. Mo
Amy French
2 min read
Sultana Cranberry Muffin Mix in a Jar
Cake mix packets are so tempting to buy but with convenience, comes extra packaging and cost. This zero waste Muffin mix recipe in a jar is
Amy French
4 min read
Freezing Cake Plastic Free
Freezing cakes, slices and baked goods without single-use plastic like ziplock bags or cling wrap is so simple!
Whether you're attempti
Amy French
4 min read
Figs: Eat Grow Forage
Figs are one of those underrated fruits that have a lot to offer. Here are recipes to enjoy them plus how to get hold of figs or grow your o
Amy French
4 min read
Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
These healthy, delicious chocolate muffins with zucchini are easy to bake and a perfect indulgent snack or zero waste lunchbox treat.
Amy French
4 min read
Summer Radishes and Recipe Ideas
Growing radishes in the hot Aussie summer isn't recommended, yet I can't help but feel a little disappointed with this morning's
Amy French
3 min read
Chamomile and Lemon Balm Tea: Fresh From the Garden
There's nothing quite like picking beautifully fresh ingredients like Chamomile Flowers and Lemon Balm from the garden at the exact time
Amy French
2 min read
12 Alternatives to Replace Cling Wrap
Having trouble giving up Cling Wrap? or attempting Plastic-Free July? Check out this list of 12 alternatives to single-use plastic food wrap
Amy French
5 min read
Beginner's Guide to Windowsill Gardening
Windowsill gardens add greenery to your home and it really is achievable, even for the most green thumb challenged. Here's a beginner gu
Amy French
4 min read
Banana Ice-cream Recipe Cheat (Zero Waste too!)
If you're looking for simple zero waste snacks, then you can't go past this banana ice-cream cheat. All you need is a freezer and ba
Amy French
2 min read
How to Reduce Your Household Food Waste
I hate the guilt that comes from throwing away food, and prevention can be a challenge if you don’t know where to start. It’s possible to av
Amy French
9 min read
Home Cooked Baked Beans Recipe
Home cooked baked beans is a lovely simple dish and true comfort food.
Beans & legumes are simple to cook and are cheap, nutritious and
Amy French
3 min read
Simple Muesli Bars to Bake at Home (Skip the Plastic)
Home made muesli bars are a simple zero waste snack to include in school lunch boxes to avoid single-use plastics. This recipe is very easy
Amy French
4 min read
DIY Coffee Filter Hack
Make your own zero waste coffee filter. Yes, you can make a great coffee without coffee pods, plungers or coffee machines. This was a littl
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3 min read
Banana Buckwheat Pancakes (Zero Waste , Grain-free)
Forget buying pancake mix in plastic containers or bags. This zero waste pancake recipe is healthy, delicious AND simple to make. Cooking pl
Amy French
3 min read
Zero Waste Banana Bread Recipe
This is a simple banana bread recipe that can be made at home zero waste, and is a great alternative to buying pre-made cakes that come with
Amy French
5 min read
The Bog of Eternal Stench
Finally found a name for one of our twin compost tumblers! - The Bog of Eternal Stench! (If you don't know what I am referring to then...
Amy French
1 min read
The Food Recycling Revolution is Here
We recently joined the Food Recycling Revolution, with our local Port Adelaide Enfield Council. For those who haven't heard of it, this
Amy French
2 min read
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