Remove any damaged or dirty leaves from the dense heads of cabbage and layer them in a barrel between layers of shredded cabbage. Larger heads can be cut into halves or quarters. You can also ferment whole heads separately by submerging them in brine.
For this recipe, you’ll need 12 kg (about 26.5 lbs) of white cabbage, 250-300 g (about 9-10.5 oz) of salt, and 10 liters (about 2.6 gallons) of water.
…

These situations happen quite often. In such cases, you should never use someone else’s personal hygiene items. Moreover, it’s best not to make a habit of it. Germs on towels, razors, and toothbrushes can remain active for a long time.
Many harmful bacteria, viruses, and fungi reside in the on fabric, plastic, and metal surfaces. These pathogenic microbes can survive for extended periods. They can cause infections for days, months, or even years, according to Tea van de Mortel, an honorary profe…

A team of researchers has published the results of their latest study in the journal Nature Scientific Reports. The findings reveal that some often behave similarly to people suffering from behavioral addictions, such as gambling or video gaming.
The term “gaming addict” has long been used by trainers when discussing certain animal dependencies. However, researchers had previously overlooked the fact that dogs can exhibit signs of strong addiction. Professor Stephanie Reimer from the University …

Ingredients:
4 fresh figs
1 bunch of arugula
60g of mozzarella
2 red onions
3 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon of lemon juice
3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons of brown sugar
a handful of shelled walnuts
salt and pepper to taste
Start by washing the arugula, drying it, and arranging it on a plate or serving dish.
Next, prepare the caramelized onions: peel and slice the onions into rings. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add the onions, season with salt, and sa…

Select small, ripe beets that are vividly colored. Wash and peel them, then place them in a prepared container. Pour a 3% salt solution over the beets and let them sit at room temperature for several days, periodically skimming off any foam that forms on the surface. Store in a cool place.
Beets – 2.2 lbs, salt – 1 oz, water – 4.2 cups
…

Milk Soup
Start with 10 large potatoes and 2 eggs. Grate the potatoes finely and squeeze the juice through cheesecloth. From the remaining mixture, add the eggs and salt to form dumplings, which you will gradually drop into boiling water while stirring continuously. Pour in a cup of milk as well.
Vegetable Soup
Use 2-3 potatoes, 300-400g of fresh cabbage, a carrot, and a cup of green peas, along with 50g of butter (you can also make this soup using meat broth).
First, boil all the ve…