Hello Reader, Seen those deep ruby beets at the market and wondered what on earth to do with them? Let me show you a way that skips the roasting, ditches the vinegar, and brings out their natural sweetness and crunch—all while boosting your gut health. Here's what you'll learn: Why your salad (and your gut) will thank you for eating beets. What to look for when buying beets. How to slice your beets. The correct amount of salt to add. How to flavor your beets to match personal preference. The...

Hello Reader, 🥒 Is your relish... really fermented? Pretty much, all store-bought relish is pickled with hot vinegar and contains preservatives and nasty ingredients that you probably don’t want to consume. I really wanted to have a sweet pickle relish without all the typical ingredients, so I adapted the recipe for fermentation for a variety of reasons. Fermented vegetables are naturally preserved. During fermentation, naturally occurring bacteria create lactic acid. This lactic acid acts as...

Hello Reader, Tired of ending up with mushy, slimy pickles? You're not alone—and the solution is simpler than you think. With just the right cucumbers, the right salt, and a few small tweaks, you can make crisp, tangy pickles that stay crunchy and naturally boost your gut health. Let’s take the guesswork out of fermenting cucumbers—starting today. 🥒 What’s the deal with grape leaves? How to spot the best cucumbers for fermenting—hint: size matters Why a cloudy brine can be a very good sign 👉...