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Making Sauerkraut
Episode 26
Wednesday, 10 September, 2025
Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/making-sauerkraut/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! DescriptionDid you know that sauerkraut can do more than just top your hot dog? In this episode, fermentation expert Holly Howe joins us to share how this simple fermented food can transform your gut health and bring your meals to life. Holly is the founder of MakeSauerkraut.com and the author of a comprehensive guide to making sauerkraut and kimchi right in your own kitchen.We talk about:The difference between pickling and fermentingHow Holly got started with fermentation after discovering Nourishing TraditionsWhy salt (and the right amount of it) is key to successful fermentationCommon mistakes beginners make and how to avoid themHow to eat sauerkraut daily—and why you might want toWhy fermented food is safe, and how to handle moldThe 10K Jar Challenge and how you can participate!Whether you're curious about sauerkraut and kimchi, looking to support your digestion naturally, or just want to preserve your garden harvest, this episode will give you the confidence to get started.As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases, which help keep the lights on here at Thrifty Homesteader so we can continue to provide hundreds of free articles.Featured BookMouthwatering Sauerkraut Fermentation Made Easy!Buy on AmazonBuy on BookshopOther Resources MentionedNourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon Buy on AmazonBuy on BookshopWild Fermentation by Sandor Katz Buy on AmazonBuy on Bookshop10K Jar Challenge💜 Love what you hear? Buy us a coffee! Your support helps keep the conversations going. And if you found this episode helpful, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with your sustainability-minded friends. Every little bit helps us grow!
