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

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]

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]

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

[@aydonblumoon7766]

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

[@rebelchildshomestead]

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🤣

[@jreneewolf885]

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

[@juliewestron5260]

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

[@Homestead.Dreamer]

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]

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

[@ElCapitanKG]

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!

[@katiedenessen829]

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]

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!

[@juliezaro8104]

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

[@FermentedHomestead]

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

[@juliezaro8104]

@@FermentedHomestead whaaat??

[@amosfamilyhomestead]

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

[@Arx9845]

I love Anna's compelling presentation and terrific sense of humor. Thanks Anna!

[@tagalonggal]

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!

[@PlaidRicky1611]

Love the video. Very entertaining too!

[@cynthiahumphrey1718]

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!

[@unleashedpatriot1802]

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

[@susan-almosta_farm8823]

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!

[@juanitariverarepollet5977]

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]

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

[@karenmck9901]

Newbie here also.... super excited!

[@1truthseeking8]

​@@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...??

[@raegolematis5281]

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.

[@blackrock5749]

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]

Are you hooked on fermenting? What type of failures.

[@blackrock5749]

@@richlaue mainly mold 🙄

[@richlaue]

@@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]

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

[@diannahoagland9229]

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

[@patriciawoodward2566]

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]

🤣

[@FermentedHomestead]

A risk I was willing to take 😂

[@gardeningwithhoss]

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

[@FermentedHomestead]

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

[@AmandajHolt]

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!!!

[@deemcdaniel4579]

Thanks so much for this presentation on sauerkraut.

[@marking-time-gardens]

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]

I just started and have not died yet.

[@redknight3439]

@@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]

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.

[@lynne_c]

Thanks so much for doing this video and for hosting Fermented Feb! I'm hoping to get some Fermented success.

[@laurarochester3054]

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!

[@Heartofahomesteader]

I love the bubble stage! Truly satisfying!

[@trulylynn9941]

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 👍🏼😊💋

[@Nebx1989]

This comment gave me AIDS.

[@DuckyKatCLO]

It's been awhile since I've watched one of your videos, I LOVED this!

[@angusskids6314]

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!

[@auntdayskitchen6315]

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.

[@marthastewart8924]

I share your video with my friends who want to know how to make kraut. Yours was the one video that helped me most. Now I'm in a kraut fermenting frenzy and LOVING it. I can honestly say that it's one of my favorite foods. I eat it daily for SO many reasons--one of which is cancer. The purple kraut is rich in nutrients and simply delicious. Keep up the great fermenting, Anna!

[@bevzemaitis134]

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

[@love2can]

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🤪

[@RustonRed]

I love your videos! They are funny, well-constructed, and informative. Thank you for your offering.

[@janiced.hannah7658]

Thanks Anna for this amazingly informative video 👍

[@donnachildress2231]

I enjoyed this video so much. Thanks

[@tamieschimpf9214]

I want to start fermenting and am enjoying your videos. Thanks so much

[@TeresaY56]

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

[@MyParamedicAfterLife]

I just found your channel, have just started fermenting and want to learn. Thanks for the book referral, and I can't tell you how much I laughed and enjoyed the Princess Bride references. Thanks and I'll be catching up on your channel. 👍👍

[@rickyhackett5892]

I greatly enjoyed your video and you have given me the push to give it a try.

[@siber20s]

Awesome video Anna and very informative.

[@cherylbaker6113]

Thank you for such information.

[@blendarandph7317]

👍👍👍👍👍👍great presentation Thank you so much!!!!

[@vickyford7232]

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

[@TheTinkerersWife]

Great kickoff video Anna. Loved the Princess Bride references...but loved the fact checking more. Looking forward to getting back to fermenting.

[@mybelovedchaos]

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

[@rebeccakaczmarek5598]

Thanks for the info. Sometimes i doubt my ferments, so can really use the help.

[@mypositivety]

Great video! 👏

[@prosperity3370]

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.

[@pjshaw8608]

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! ☺️

[@Carol-dz4sz]

I love Sauerkraut! Looks great!

[@maryroberts2586]

You are a hoot!!! Thanks for all the information!

[@quilterinthewoods62]

Thanks for yhis. I have a whole Lotta to learn about fermentation!

[@joanbogart5348]

Thank you very much.

[@furandfeathershomestead6752]

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

[@BloosSelfReliance]

YUS!!!! OMG !!!! I did that for here in the UK and honestly in the time they've been recording it less than 100 cases ... some from before we had fridges so things like "jugged hare" and some granny sent their grandchildren a salami from Italy and the biggest one from Hazelnut yogurt made in a factory when I was a kid ... NONE from home preserved foods. We don't do pressure canning here ( I mean some people do if they can afford a months income to buy a pressure canner and get the stuff) but we use fermenting, vinegar based pickling, water bathing, alcohol, air drying and salting. Great video Thankyou so much for making this video xox

[@BloosSelfReliance]

@Luca Angelo I’m in the UK

[@amyjofarnum3768]

You are so inspiring!

[@louisesiberry6289]

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

[@deborahtroyer5017]

I loved your video. So much great information and you make it seem so easy. I'm nervous to try fermentation but after your video I will try. Thank you.

[@lauraklein6405]

Well done!

[@nolatenbroeke7992]

Just found you today and thoroughly enjoyed the info and your personality

[@dmarie]

You provide so much info🤩I’m going to get some cabbage fermenting now👍🏽👍🏽 easy peasy

[@xavierrose8208]

Thank you!!!!

[@veronicamendoza8895]

Really enjoyed last year, looking forward to this year as well.

[@lorimiller2010]

Love your energy and thank you for the information

[@lorimiller2010]

@Luca Angelo I am good from Oregon

[@longarmsupplies]

Great informative video. I'm excited about the collab!

[@QuiltyQuailHomestead]

Looking forward to this month! I am new to fermenting.

[@ritasanderson614]

Thank you for hosting Fermented February ❤️❤️❤️

[@kimberlyblake8705]

I'm excited to get more ideas for fermenting. Just put some jars of fermented lemons and limes in the fridge yesterday.

[@cherylspaulding3943]

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

[@wandapresley9785]

Thank you

[@rosecarlo5413]

I'm so excited to learn

[@bonniebryant3238]

New subbie here! I am so excited to watch this series! Knowledge is power!

[@melissashimp7448]

This is was such a great video explaining this! Thank you, I'm sure it was a lot of work.

[@RalphRestadius]

love the energy! What a great start for the month. POS peace out sauerkraut

[@Twintwo56]

Informative and entertaining! I am excited to start my ferments!

[@elysenapoli6395]

I'm so excited!

[@deborahbaughman1366]

I love you. You are so funny and informative ♥️♥️♥️

[@goodinthewoods6845]

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

[@gailneedham9930]

You crack me up! But very informative. I was laughing before I even started the video just because of the title. I’m just now watching some of the videos from some time ago. Thank you for your efforts in teaching the skills and techniques and educating us! I have been thinking of doing this for some time now but have been very intimidated to get started for fear of what could go wrong or making someone else sick, etc… So you put this altogether very well. It is a serious topic, but you made it all fun. I laughed so hard. Thank you for all you do!

[@terrisouthernplainsprepper5927]

Thank you for the great information. I'm curious, just starting very slowly.

[@katehouser3683]

Thank you for introducing me to fermentation. I don't know much about it but would like to learn.

[@welchnet56]

Thanks for sharing. I just started with making sauerkraut this fall. Looking forward to moving on to new ferments. 👍

[@kissingen007]

Cool! I like the presentation! - Regards from a german guy in Indonesia.

[@corrycole3510]

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

[@janetwright2746]

I am so excited

[@susiewietelman9321]

I am excited about this. I am determined to learn how to ferment.

[@helenamorozov7256]

Well explained thank you so much

[@FunWithAuntieK]

The timing of this Collab is perfect for me, just started my first ferments today! Glad that Heidi over at Rain Country mentioned it in one of her videos I was watching.

[@thevillagecannery6083]

Thank you for sharing all you all

[@jojow8416]

You are s super star and I LOVE this video. THANK YOU and God Bless.

[@Walter-ts1vu]

Thankyou for sharing sweetheart

[@tabbyhamrick]

Thanks for hosting this so we can all learn more about fermentation!

[@brendacrissman3074]

Anna love your personality!!!

[@MeToo-rp6ny]

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

[@nobodyuknow6585]

Great video, thanks for the information

[@DiblersTraditionalFarm]

Wonderful, thank you!!

[@FermentedHomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Littlehouseblues]

I’m so excited about fermentation February! Thanks for hosting!

[@redlanternhomesteadcathym105]

Hooray! Fermented February is my absolute favorite!!!!!!!!!! Thanks Anna!