How Do You Organize Empty Food Storage Containers And Lids?
• Clear a space and take a good look at what you have. Empty the drawer or cabinet where you normally keep your containers. Sweep, vacuum, or wipe out the crumbs and put down fresh shelf paper or drawer lining, if you wish. Take a good look at your containers while they’re spread out on a counter or table. • Recycle any containers you can’t or don’t use. Discarding is always a good first step toward organizing because it means you will have fewer left over to organize and store, and because items you can’t or don’t use aren’t in the way of the ones you do. • One of these things is not like the others. Sort through your set and recycle any lids or containers that don’t have mates. Put them together, if it helps, so you can see exactly where something comes up short. • Recycle any containers that are broken, split, stained, smelly, or melted beyond the point of usability. • Recycle anything you don’t use. If it’s too small for your regular portions, too big for the lunch box or the shelf
