Tag: Quantity estimation

Food waste is a major problem, with an estimated 30-40% of the food supply going to waste annually in the United States. Mastering how to calculate food quantities accurately is essential for reducing waste and ensuring you have just the right amount of food for any meal or event.

Unlike many pre-packaged vegetables, a standard 'bunch' of collard greens is not a precise or standardized unit of measurement. This variability can make shopping and meal planning a guessing game for home cooks and chefs alike, with the actual leaf count varying widely based on the grower and market.