*Fermenting For Dummies* (9781119594208) was previously published as *Fermenting For Dummies* (9781118615683). While this version features a new *Dummies* cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product. **Want to ferment at home? Easy.** Fermentation is what makes foods like beer, pickles, and sauerkraut delicious—and nutritious. Fermented foods are chock-full of probiotics that aid in digestive and overall health. In addition, the fermentation process also has been shown to add nutrients to food, making already nutritious food even better! *Fermenting For Dummies* provides step-by-step information for cooks, homesteaders, farmers, and food lovers of any kind who want to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for arguably the oldest form of food preservation. *Fermenting For Dummies* gives you the scoop on the fermenting process, the tools and ingredients you’ll need to get started, and 100+ recipes for fermenting at home. So what are you waiting for? * Shows you how to ferment vegetables, including slaw-style, pickles, and kimchee * Covers how to ferment dairy into yogurt, kefir, cheese, and butter * Explains how to ferment fruits, from lemons to tomatoes, and how to serve them * Details how to ferment beverages, including mead, beer, kombucha, vinegar, and more If you’re interested in preserving food using this ancient method, *Fermenting For Dummies* has everything you need to get started.