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Sustainable Water Use in Cooking
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Boiling Pasta
Use less water by choosing a smaller pot and covering it with a lid to reduce evaporation.
Steaming Vegetables
Steam multiple vegetables together when possible to reduce water and energy use.
Cooking Rice
Use the absorption method to ensure all water is used and not drained away.
Making Soups and Stews
Collect and use vegetable trimmings and peels in a stock to utilize water fully.
Blanching Vegetables
Reuse blanching water for cooking pasta or grains, or let it cool and water plants.
Poaching Eggs
Use a small pan with just enough water to cover the eggs to minimize water use.
Making Coffee or Tea
Heat only as much water as needed for the amount of coffee or tea you're making.
Cooking Beans
Soak beans in advance to reduce cooking time and the amount of water needed.
Preparing Stock
Simmer stock with a lid on to lessen evaporation and concentrate flavors without needing to add extra water.
Making Oatmeal
Use the overnight oats method which requires less water than traditional cooking.
Washing Vegetables
Fill a basin with water to rinse vegetables rather than running the tap.
Defrosting Food
Plan ahead and defrost food in the fridge over time instead of using running water.
Braising Meat
Choose a pot with a tight-fitting lid to trap steam and reduce the need to add water during cooking.
Boiling Eggs
Start with cold water and bring to a boil to avoid using more water than necessary.
Parboiling
Parboil different vegetables sequentially in the same water when preparing multiple ingredients.
Making Broth
Efficiently extract flavors by simmering on low heat, reducing the need to top off with more water.
Rinsing Grains
Use a bowl to rinse grains like rice or quinoa, and reuse the water for plants or cleaning.
Making Jelly or Jam
Use a smaller pot to reduce water needed for the water bath canning process.
Canning Vegetables
Opt for pressure canning when appropriate to use less water than conventional boiling methods.
Cooling Cooked Food
Instead of running tap water for cooling, use an ice-water bath that can be reused multiple times.
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