Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
Water kefir is another probiotic beverage that can easily replace unhealthy soda. It is very simple to make and can be flavored in a multitude of ways. A second fermentation is great for increasing carbonation.
It's a lacto-fermented food that tastes best mixed into salad dressings. Not great on toast, but it's a great way to incorporate more probiotics into your diet.
Kimchi is a very popular lacto-fermented vegetable side dish from Korea. It's very easy to make at home and can be adapted to suit your tastes. It is a great, and tasty, way to get more probiotics into your gut.
One of the simplest lacto-fermented recipes you can make. This process changes the flavor and the texture of the garlic, bringing out the richness and diminishing the heat. Eat it cooked, raw, or plain!
Fresh cranberry or borlotti beans can be pressure canned to have on hand for all your favorite beany dishes. Once you've canned your own beans, you'll never go back to store-bought.
