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Making Sauerkraut is a great way to enjoy cabbage and practice the art of fermentation. Fermenting the Cabbage The idea behind sauerkraut is to ferment cabbage in salt until the desired texture and flavour is achieved. Salt draws the liquid from the cabbage creating a brine. A weight holds the cabbage below the brine to…
We have created a list of the top 10 Best Herbs to Grow in the Garden. One of the best additions you can add to your yard is a herb garden. It’s a spectacular way to add fresh flavours to your dishes and to add to the dried herb selection in your pantry. Herbs are…
Red cabbage is a cool weather crop that can be planted early in the season. Though it resembles purple more than red look for seeds labeled as red cabbage. Ph Plays a Role The colour of the plant can in part be determined by the ph level in the soil. In soil that is more…
Beets are one of the most versatile vegetables you can grow in the garden. Every part of the plant is edible, from the tender leaves and stems to the colourful roots. They come in various colours and shapes from deep red to golden yellow and striped globes and cylindrical varieties are available. Where Do…
Kale is a cool weather crop that can be started early in the season. The cooler weather of spring and fall enhances the sweet nuttiness of the leaves. It is a member of the brassica family like cauliflower, kohlrabi, cabbage, brussels sprouts and broccoli. Kale is cold tolerant to -6C. It comes in various colours…