Five ways to actually use a big vegetable box

Sort as soon as it arrives. Five minutes spent separating what needs the fridge from what doesn't saves a surprising amount of waste later in the week.

Cook a big batch of something flexible — a stock, a dal, a roasted tray — in the first two days, before things start to soften.

Keep leafy greens loosely wrapped, not sealed airtight; a little airflow keeps them crisp for longer than a fully sealed bag does.