Fermented Food
10 Best Ways to Use Whey
Don’t toss out the whey! This precious liquid has been used throughout history to help hydrate individuals as well as bring healing to the sick and diseased. Discover 10 best ways to use whey in your kitchen. Before becoming a homesteader, I knew very little about...
How to Make Raw Milk Yogurt
Creamy and delicious this raw milk yogurt recipe is easy to make and teeming with beneficial bacteria, enzymes, vitamins and quality protein. In this tutorial on how to make yogurt from raw milk, discover the tips and tricks to a successful bowl of homemade yogurt....
11 Ways to Use Milk Kefir
Kefir isn’t just for drinking! This probiotic-rich beverage can be used in a variety of ways. Learn 11 ways to use milk kefir, including baking and adding to salad dressings, dessert recipes, breakfast dishes and more. If you’re making kefir on a daily basis,...
Fermented Ginger Ale Recipe
Raw honey and real ginger unite to create a refreshing fermented ginger ale that will make you feel good while improving your gut health. This honey ginger ale is also wonderful for upset bellies and the cold and flu season. Homemade Ginger Ale Recipe A tall glass of...
Kefir Sour Cream Recipe
Transform a jar of heavy cream into probiotic-rich kefir sour cream! Simple, versatile and easy to make with just a spoonful of kefir grains. Serve on tacos, baked potatoes, mix into homemade dip or toss into your favorite smoothie recipe. When I tell people about...
Best Salts for Fermenting Vegetables
When it comes to fermenting vegetables salt is a necessary ingredient to create a successful ferment. With so many salt choices available, you may wonder what is the best salt for fermenting? In this guide, you’ll learn why not all salts are the same, which ones to...
Fermented Salsa
Preserve the taste of fresh garden veggies with a jar of homemade fermented salsa. Similar to pico de gallo, this tangy salsa recipe is made with a handful of fresh ingredients and is packed with probiotics. Enjoy with tortilla chips or on top of tacos. This post...
Fermented Tomatoes With Basil
Do you have a bounty of fresh tomatoes from your garden? Turn them into a probiotic-rich side dish — fermented cherry tomatoes with basil and garlic. Delicious, healthy and packed full of Italian flavor, fermented tomatoes are a great way to enjoy the taste of sweet...
Fermented Bell Peppers
Incredibly easy to make and excellent for your gut health, these fermented bell peppers make a wonderful addition to pizzas, tacos and salads. Learn how to make this probiotic-rich food using just a handful of peppers and a simple salt water brine. This post contains...
Raspberry Lemon Kefir Ice Cream
Creamy, fruity and citrusy — this raspberry lemon kefir ice cream is quick and easy to make right at home. It’s a full of gut healthy probiotics and raspberry flavor, making it a refreshing treat everyone will enjoy. This post contains affiliate links, which means I...
Kefir Fudge Popsicles
Rich milk chocolate and kefir are swirled together to create a delicious, probiotic fudge popsicle. Treat yourself to a smooth and creamy classic - now reinvented. Easy to make and perfect for a hot summer day. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a...
Delicious Probiotic Sodas
Making probiotic-rich soda at home is easy and fun! In this FREE guide, learn the ins and outs of making fizzy drinks using only simple, all-natural ingredients. Get recipes for gut healthy whey sodas, bubbly juices, lemonades and other cultured carbonated...
Fermented Honey Lemonade
Forget the powdered lemonade! This fizzy fermented honey lemonade is incredibly refreshing on a hot summer day. Not only will it quench your thirst, the probiotics will help to promote a healthy digestive system and improve energy. Pour into a pitcher and serve at a...
Kefir Sourdough Bread
A combination of the kefir sourdough starter and freshly milled wheat flour gives this sourdough bread recipe the perfect flavor. You’ll find this loaf slightly sour and incredibly soft. The best part is you don’t have to wait too long for the bread to ferment and...
7 Kefir Smoothie Recipes
Nourish and support your gut with a kefir smoothie. Get a healthy dose of probiotics, prebiotics and fiber in all 7 of our favorite kefir smoothie recipes. With a good blender and a few ingredients you can make a delicious cinnamon mocha, blueberry crisp, tropical...
No-Bake Kefir Cheesecake
Satisfy your cravings without turning the oven on with this no-bake kefir cheesecake recipe. Sweet, simple and full of gut-healthy probiotic goodness, I’d say this quick dessert is a win-win in my book! I’m always looking for ways to add more milk kefir into our...
Kefir Eggnog
Creamy and satisfying, this eggnog recipe made with milk, kefir, eggs, vanilla and plenty of spices is sure to become your favorite this season. This holiday beverage tastes like your traditional eggnog and is packed full of probiotics. Now you can feel good about...
Cranberry Orange Spice Whey Soda
Create a refreshing, gut-healthy holiday drink packed full of nutrients and probiotics in this cranberry orange spice whey soda recipe. This lacto-fermented beverage is not only incredibly simple to make but is also a great way to provide kids with a serving of...