Fridge Organization 101
Want to know how I organize my fridge?
I've always loved having an organized fridge. Let me tell you how I organize my fridge, saving time and money.
Step 1. Clean.
The first thing I do when organizing my fridge is empty it all out. This is the best time to clean it and sort through all your leftovers and condiments. I usually do it when the fridge is running low of food.
Then, I like to wash it down with warm water and vinegar. Smells clean and fresh.
Step 2. Line the fridge.
Step two of organizing my fridge is to insert new Fridgecoasters. They come in so many pretty colors. This time I chose the mint. They are like coasters for your fridge, absorbing spills and keeping your bins and shelves easy to clean. When you order them they send enough to line your fridge twice! I change mine out once a quarter unless there is a spill. They are also biodegradable and can be added to your compost or recycle bin when you are done with them.
Step 3. Create zones.
I love creating zones when I organize my fridge, and I do it by adding these fridge bins! I have them labeled to make it easier for my family to find all the like items together. It also helps when my family puts away groceries, they know where everything goes. I have one for fruit, lunch, and snacks.
I love organizing my fridge this way. When I want lunch (my favorite is a veggie and hummus sandwich) I just grab my lunch bin and take it to the counter. The same goes when packing lunches. You can grab all the bins, bring them to the counter and everyone can make their own lunches. When you organize like with like, you know exactly how much you have. Makes less waste too, as nothing gets lost in the back of the fridge.
Step 4. Decant.
Just like with snacks in my pantry, I like to decant my liquids too. These carafes make it easy to see exactly how much milk and OJ is left. I don't have to worry about expiration dates as we always run out before they expire.
The other product I love to use are these wine stackers. They are perfect for keeping white wine cold or stacking my hubby's favorite lemonade. The bottles are too tall to stand up so these stackers help a ton! Use that vertical space.
I also keep frozen drinks in my freezer for company or parties. I like to have drinks ready, all I have to do is take out a frozen treat and make it in this carafe. Drinks look prettier when served in clear carafes don't you think?
Step 5. Food Prep
Last but not least, I prep food for the week. I love using these egg trays. I keep one dozen hard boiled eggs (perfect for a quick breakfast, in salads, egg salad sandwiches, etc) and one dozen raw eggs for baking or scrambled eggs.
I also wash and prep all our veggies! These Oxo Green Saver containers help keep my fruits and veggies lasting longer. They come with a carbon filter which absorbs ethylene gas, keeping my produce from turning bad. I love the strainer that is included as well. I keep grapes in one of them and just wash as I eat them.
You can also find more food prepping ideas here....Food Prepping – Back To School Edition or here.
Last step....enjoy!
Having an organized fridge saves you time and money. Time is valuable and having food prepped and ready to go each week will cut down your stress, I promise. Prepping healthy food to eat eliminates those last minute decisions to run through the drive through. Time and money saved!
Are you in the DFW area? Do you need help organizing your fridge or other areas of your home? I'm an email away. And did you know I offer virtual organizing? I FaceTime with you and help answer all your questions during our call, then send you a detailed to do list and a follow up email in two weeks. Click here to schedule. I promise it's fun! As always, I'm ready to help you today,Lisa InstagramFacebookPinterest **this blog was done via partnership with The Container Store, however all editorial comments and opinions are mine.
