7/18/11
If you're planning to take an extended vacation or know you'll be away from your home for more than one week at a time, try to use up everything in your fridge before you leave. Consuming all the perishable items and leaving it completely bare means you can unplug the fridge to save electricity while you're away. Even if there are just a few perishable items like eggs, milk and butter, tossing them may save you more money then keeping them in the fridge.