Last month we started to look at how to create a non-plastic kitchen. So far we’ve discussed:

Just say no – to plastic in the kitchen
Tips for creating a plastic-free kitchen

Today let’s look at some non-plastic kitchen food storage and other containers. Later we’ll take a peek at some non-plastic kitchen accessories and extras. The only downside to many food storage containers is that they’ll be made with an eco-friendly material and then the company pops on a plastic lid. Better than all plastic, but still not perfect. In any case, some of the containers below are totally plastic free and …read more

In a earlier post this week, Just say no – to plastic in the kitchen, we looked at why you should start ditching the plastics in your kitchen.Today I’ll offer some general tips that can help you make the change from a kitchen full of plastic to a plastic-free, or at least safer plastic-less kitchen.

When ditching plastics, make sure to get rid of any plastics #3, 6, or 7 first. The other plastics are far less toxic.
If you keep some plastics, don’t microwave in them. This makes it more likely that chemicals in said plastic will leech into your food …read more

Clearing out the plastic in your kitchen sounds tough, but once you start making these changes, it gets easier; you start thinking in terms of non-plastic all the time.This week we’ll look at why it’s smart to ditch plastics, and learn some tips for clearing out the plastics in your kitchen.
Why say no?:
More and more studies pop up all the time that note the dangers of plastics. Plastics can leach toxins into our food and drink and then into our bodies. The most dangerous plastic threats continue to be BPA loaded plastics, but other plastics can contain chemicals as well.
While …read more

Check out what Treehugger has going on!

How cool is this use it up soap deal? Very cool. Learn more at Treehugger.

In the comment section of Ten Easy Eco Kitchen Changes You Can Make, a reader asked, “What’s the solution when the dish you are cooking calls for Foil to wrap over the top of dish while it’s cooking?”
It’s a good question, because almost everyone I know uses foil. It’s also one of those luxury items. It makes life easier, but no one would die without it. Luckily it’s also a very recyclable item. You can recycle foil just like soda cans, but your foil has to be clean. So, if you use foil, wash it up soon after use, so …read more

Instead of foil – go without and wash your cookie sheet or pan.
Instead of paper muffin cups – use Silicone Baking Cups.
Instead of packing snacks and sandwiches in plastic baggies – try small containers with lids or these.
Instead of polyurethane laden sponges – use a washcloth or a greener sponge option.
Instead of spraying your kitchen counters with chemicals – don’t. Bonus point for not using paper towels.
Instead of keeping your coffee pot on – transfer hot coffee to a large thermos.
Instead of individual packaging i.e mini cereal and applesauce cups – buy the biggest package possible that your family can …read more

Refillable liquid hand soap is one of the best green bathroom and kitchen steps you can take. Easy too. If you haven’t jumped on the hand soap pump train yet, I’m going to make it even easier for you. After the jump are 23 great hand soap pump options.

Maricar at Keeping the Castle offers some great Tips for a Greener Kitchen.
Did you know that filling the freezer helps save energy?
If you have any other green kitchen tips you’d like to share, please leave a comment.