How-To NOT DIE | Fermenting Sauerkraut 101 - 5 Things That Make It Impossible

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Жыл бұрын

Today we are kicking off Fermented February and we are starting at the beginning! A super detailed geek out into fermenting 101, reasons its the safest way to consume veggies and a TON of beginner questions answered. Learn how to ferment veggies and have some laughs. A basic fermented sauerkraut recipe is a must have for any beginner ferment
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@Hangs4Fun 10 ай бұрын

Outstanding, I can not believe I just watched 22 minutes of sauerkraut making tips. You are captivating and entertaining, and your humor is fantabulous! Have a great day!

@FermentedHomestead 10 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

@aydonblumoon7766 Ай бұрын

You took the words out of my fingers! Absolutely Awesome! Exceptionally captivating and entertaining, and so ingeniously informative...

@rebelchildshomestead Жыл бұрын

My 3 year old turned on this video and watched it intently.... I asked if he was enjoying the video, he said, "Yeah, I love Anna!" I think he has a crush on you! Or he really likes ferments🤣

@Jack-zj1ug 9 күн бұрын

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="392">6:32</a> the jumpscare 😂 Thank you for this educational video! Your humor is also appreciated ha!

@Homestead.Dreamer Жыл бұрын

Thanks Anna. I have not fermented anything in my life, yet. I’m excited to gain all the knowledge from this collaboration so I can give it a whirl. Your videos are not only educational, but funny as heck 😂

@rockyhillshome1513 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Anna, for hosting this collaboration for us. I look forward to expanding my fermenting knowledge.

@patriciawoodward2566 Жыл бұрын

Younger viewers won't get the analogy of Archie, Veronica and Betty--but I loved it!!! Thank you for sharing this. We love kraut here on The Hill but have yet to be successful with it.

@COWELLGIRL Жыл бұрын

🤣

@FermentedHomestead Жыл бұрын

A risk I was willing to take 😂

@katiedenessen829 Жыл бұрын

I’m super excited to learn more about fermentation! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 Thank you for everyone who is participating in putting this collaboration together for our benefit.

@Michelle_Myers Жыл бұрын

February is going to be an amazing month! I’m so excited to learn more about fermentation so I can get the courage to jump in and start fermenting foods! Thank you Anna for hosting such a great collaboration!

@susan-almosta_farm8823 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you're doing this collaboration!! I've made sauerkraut, yogurt and have kept sourdough going for years, BUT, I haven't fermented anything else and I have wanted to so badly because I know how good it is for your gut. And my husband and I are trying to work on our gut health. So thank you so much for putting this together!

@ElCapitanKG Жыл бұрын

Oh my word! I love the way you’ve been doing your “science geek” videos! Can’t wait for this whole series! Thank you for putting it together!

@amosfamilyhomestead Жыл бұрын

Thank you for hosting this series and for your awesome sense of humor! I can’t wait to try new ferments this month.

@raegolematis5281 Жыл бұрын

I loved Fermented February last year so I’m looking forward to this one. I’m also loving the Princess Bride references in this video.

@cynthiahumphrey1718 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this series. I’ve been fermenting foods for years and I find so many people are afraid of it. I get it. A big ole Scoby looks like something you should not go near!😂. I have someone coming today and I’m helping her get started with fermentation. I’ll direct her to this video!

@juliezaro8104 Жыл бұрын

I’m so happy you started this. I thought I’d feel lost without Canuary, but the fun continues! Thank you Anna!

@FermentedHomestead Жыл бұрын

Right?! And then there’s Make It March!

@juliezaro8104 Жыл бұрын

@@FermentedHomestead whaaat??

@unleashedpatriot1802 Жыл бұрын

I’ve e been fermenting a long time and STILL learned something! Thanks, Anna♥️

@thevillagecannery6083 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing all you all

@TheLegenDacster 8 күн бұрын

Good luck on your journey to 100K Subs Anna. This video is nothing short of brilliant, informative, entertaining and engaging. All the best from Mauritius.

@tagalonggal Жыл бұрын

I’m ready to learn how to ferment all the things! This was a great overview and introduction to fermenting cabbage. Thanks for making it fun, esp all the Princess Bride references!

@jreneewolf885 Жыл бұрын

I love the humor you use while informing, encouraging, and explaining fermenting! Thanks for the info.

@juliewestron5260 Жыл бұрын

Enjoying the humor. Was just looking for help fermenting cabbage, but got the added bonus of the comedy. 😅

@ridingtheroad185 Жыл бұрын

Gosh I just LOVE your videos!! Thank you for being here!!

@debblackburn7276 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for hosting this collaboration! Looking forward to watching all the collaborators and learning much more about fermentation

@laurarochester3054 Жыл бұрын

Yay! Fermented February is here! Thank you so much for hosting this, Anna! Also thank you for sharing so much great info. I ain’t gonna lie I’m kinda scared to start but I did get a kit for Christmas and really want to learn!

@juanitariverarepollet5977 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you and the other collaborators taking the time to teach this valuable part of food preservation. I am a complete newbie so am really looking forward to all the new recipes for a healthier gut.

@FermentedHomestead Жыл бұрын

I’m happy you found us at the right time!

@karenmck9901 Жыл бұрын

Newbie here also.... super excited!

@1truthseeking8 4 ай бұрын

@@FermentedHomestead how does fermenting affect oxalate content? .... Is there a reason why calcium chloride is used in commercial pickling - such as adding calcium to bind up oxalates in our overly vegetable oxalate diet eating OUT OF SEASON and NOT LOCAL...??

@MeToo-rp6ny Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate how fun you make learning about these things. Thank you for your time, suggestions, and sharing them with us. 😁❤️

@rebeccakaczmarek5598 Жыл бұрын

How exciting!

@blackrock5749 Жыл бұрын

I just started fermenting last summer with the veggies from my garden. I’ve had some success and some failures. I’m so excited for this collaboration! I plan on learning so much and having many of my questions answered. Thank you for doing this. 😊

@richlaue Жыл бұрын

Are you hooked on fermenting? What type of failures.

@blackrock5749 Жыл бұрын

@@richlaue mainly mold 🙄

@richlaue Жыл бұрын

@@blackrock5749 not the white fuzz? Mold will be colored and will only start growing on the vegetables. Keep the veggies under the brine, and mild can not grow.

@richlaue Жыл бұрын

@@blackrock5749 white fuzz if Kahm yeast. It needs O2 but is safe, to stir in or remove.

@AmandajHolt Жыл бұрын

Thank you for being our fearless leader!! Brand new to fermenting, sitting with a notebook like I'm in school taking notes and ready to learn!!!

@joycewedel9084 Жыл бұрын

Ty! Now I am totally relieved.

@louisesiberry6289 Жыл бұрын

Been fermenting for years. This is the best explanation for beginners I have seen. If your new watch this video again and again. Thanks for sharing

@marking-time-gardens Жыл бұрын

I have always wanted to learn how to ferment foods safely. Thank you Anna for taking the fear out of fermentation and making it so fun! Looking forward to all of the great contributions in this collaboration. Blessings on your day Kiddo!🥰🌻🐛💕

@briankerr4512 10 ай бұрын

I just started and have not died yet.

@redknight3439 8 ай бұрын

@@briankerr4512 depending on how active ur ferment is, it might pay to keep an eye on the jars and Lids, not uncommon for beer to xplode, guessing this could take place here as well if u over do the ferment activity

@briankerr4512 8 ай бұрын

I am making fuzzy probiotic drinks using a ginger bug starter and I always use a plastic tester bottle to tell the pressure in the glass bottles.

@trulylynn9941 Жыл бұрын

It's called fear: False Evidence Appearing Real! We all know they don't want us knowing we can take care of ourselves. Just saying kitten 👍🏼😊💋

@qik3300 6 ай бұрын

I love when people read from a book for me. It's like an audio book only with video. (chuckle)

@valerieescabi6104 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Anna❤

@SavedbyGraceAlone1962 7 ай бұрын

The best way not to die is to trust in Jesus.

@MidwestOptimist 7 ай бұрын

Praise to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

@sindeeesquibel5198 6 ай бұрын

Choose this day life or death, blessings or curse's. I choose life and blessings! I choose Jesus. Don't forget to bless and sanctify your food in the name of Jesus. Amen.

@alane3983 6 ай бұрын

Where’s the proof? Lots of Christians in the Ukraine dying every day. Trusting in Jesus might save your soul, but not your life.

@Blindsyde5762 6 ай бұрын

Do you know of anyone who HASN'T died ? Just curious.

@SavedbyGraceAlone1962 6 ай бұрын

@@Blindsyde5762 John 11:25-26 Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believes in me, though he were dead, yet will he live: and whoever lives and believes in me will never die.

@bevzemaitis134 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Anna for hosting this collaboration of fermented February! Looking forward to learning a lot this month in fermenting

@jozycatt1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for hosting!

@elysenapoli6395 Жыл бұрын

I'm so excited!

@vickyford7232 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for hosting this collaboration. Sometimes you just need a little hand- holding to get started on something new. 👏🏼👏🏼

@ranaeebonella2655 Жыл бұрын

I am so excited for this months colab. I’ve done some ferments,but so excited to learn more. Thank you so so much!

@mirswood18 Жыл бұрын

Great information! Thank you!

@thill9245 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Anna, for hosting this collaboration

@prosperity3370 Жыл бұрын

I'm so excited for this month! I've been wanting to teach my fiance more about ferments but having him watch your videos is way easier lol thanks for making it so fun we love your energy. Can;t wait to see what everyone comes up with.

@HighlandsHomestead Жыл бұрын

Learning so much, thank you.

@tauwzer Жыл бұрын

Great information! Thanks so much

@dberger1010 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Anna. Watching you brings great joy to my heart. Love that you and I share the continuous learning gene. And love your sense of humor! Very excited to learn more about fermenting.

@goodinthewoods6845 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You’re positive attitude is fun to watch.

@janetwright2746 Жыл бұрын

I am so excited

@momrobin64 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experiences

@deemcdaniel4579 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this presentation on sauerkraut.

@Heartofahomesteader 4 ай бұрын

I love the bubble stage! Truly satisfying!

@mybelovedchaos Жыл бұрын

I love how full of information your videos are, thanks!

@corrycole3510 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for giving us the facts on fermenting. Have a blessed day.

@joanbogart5348 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much.

@conniegant7781 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Anna for hosting this collaboration again, loved it last February. Looking forward to all the participants fermenting videos. God Bless

@candacecross7860 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Anna, for hosting this informative collaboration!! I'm excited to learn as much as you have to offer so I can become more confident in my ferments.

@jozycatt1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your hard work towards helping us!

@cherylbaker6113 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for such information.

@cherylspaulding3943 Жыл бұрын

Thks., this was great, and lots of fun too!

@kbhomestead Жыл бұрын

loved this

@libbyleatherwood6940 Жыл бұрын

I am so excited for this collaboration! Thank you Anna!

@dorfbieneamfeld5773 Жыл бұрын

I am excited to try new fermantation recipes.

@thesmallnotesduo 7 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@cindyharris8098 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to learning!

@furandfeathershomestead6752 Жыл бұрын

So excited about this series! Ready to really start fermenting this year! Especially when the garden starts producing!

@PK-the-Quilter Жыл бұрын

OMG! Thank you for this!

@angusskids6314 Жыл бұрын

Omg! You are awesome! I have the best time watching your videos! You found my learning style and i'm loving it! Looking forward to learning more about fermenting foods. Thanks so much!

@SueRaiford Жыл бұрын

Thanks, excited to learn more.

@SpryteintheAndes 6 ай бұрын

Great video!! Thank you!

@love2can Жыл бұрын

Great introduction video Anna. I do my own ferments but I am soooo looking forward to learning more. I have noticed your new style of instruction/presentation. I am enjoying the style and want to recognize the difficulty of it. Don’t feel like you constantly have to do it because your former presentation style was great too. Don’t get burned out! We NEED you too much! Above all, You do you Boo🤪

@tinaharvey2342 Жыл бұрын

Thank for sharing this recipe and information

@sharonnelson7349 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info!

@valeriejohnston6574 Жыл бұрын

I’m excited for this!

@wandapresley9785 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@diannahoagland9229 Жыл бұрын

Anna, You’ve encouraged me to try fermenting again! Thx

@ritasanderson614 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for hosting Fermented February ❤️❤️❤️

@kathryngifford2317 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Love your humor!

@seedercastgarden3087 Жыл бұрын

Yes thank you basic

@nikkiwolfe300 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the education.. Excited to do more.

@melissakenton1302 Жыл бұрын

This is great! Can’t wait to try it.

@tammym110 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Anna for hosting and co-sponsoring this collaboration with Hoss Tools. I’ve made fermented cabbage before. I just followed directions without knowing what was going on in the jar or why we had to do. It turned out great. Thanks for explaining the how and why. I didn’t know that the cabbage core had the most prebiotics. That is my favorite part to eat raw with salt on it.

@michelevaughn5043 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Thanks for all you do.

@TeresaY56 Жыл бұрын

A fermentation collab! I've been waiting for this one so I can learn more about fermentation. Thanks, Anna, for putting this on.

@cathywhittemore2647 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the information. Thanks for hosting this collaboration.

@junepoole1574 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to learn all about fermenting.

@auntdayskitchen6315 9 ай бұрын

I love the style of your video, and the humor you lay down plenty of knowledge, and with the humor will make it easier to remember. Thanks.

@katielin2379 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for hosting and great laughs.

@kaseydoty3706 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Anna for being an awesome host. I absolutely love all the nerdy info you through into the videos you share. :)

@454tyger Жыл бұрын

I've been wanting to start fermentation forever and I'm doing it this year! Love how you go thru and explain all the information in such a fun memorable way. Thank you.

@annasauln Жыл бұрын

Never knew how good sauerkraut was for me! Thanks for telling me how much good I was doing for me and my hubby.

@pjshaw8608 Жыл бұрын

Off to a great start, thank you! Anna! Also a big thanks to Heidi from Rain Country who sent me your way, she is the reason I get to enjoy a whole month of fermentation tips and wisdom from all who will be participating, I look forward to watching and learning more about fermentation! ☺️

@pattulloch8019 Жыл бұрын

I'm so excited. Thank you I'm ready to learn to ferment

@Fernie4243 Жыл бұрын

I'm so excited about this month! This is the only thing I know how to ferment because Mom used to make a huge crock of it every year. My husband (he's a keeper) gave me a fermenting kit for Christmas and I can't wait to see what I need to try first. Thank you for putting this collaboration together!!!

@hamakuahomestead7741 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Anna!!! I love it! ❤

@SandraMalone-pq4mn Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for offering this Fermented February Collaboration. I have just dabbled into fermenting foods, so look forward to gaining knowledge, recipes, and amazing tips.

@thethielmans Жыл бұрын

As always, you provide so much amazing information! Thanks!

@laurapope2317 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video

@DiblersTraditionalFarm Жыл бұрын

Wonderful, thank you!!

@FermentedHomestead Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@gardeningwithhoss Жыл бұрын

Thanks Anna, love the video. Started me some beets today.

@FermentedHomestead Жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear! Fermented beets are one of my favs!

@lisatucker7269 Жыл бұрын

Anna, I love watching you and learn so much! Thank you for explaining all the benefits and reasons behind the science of it. 😊

@barbaradumler6503 Жыл бұрын

You are a joy to watch. I have the tools now I just have to get the confidence. Thank you.

@gantsfamily3217 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great information. Also thank you to Hoss tools for sponsoring this collaboration. I can hardly wait to try my hand at fermentation again.