Pickle report, February edition

[fattest]

We finally had our first real unresolved pickle conundrum. I attempted some pickled beets in our new japanese pickle press. I roasted them first, a technique I'd read about in Nourishing Traditions, which has many pickle recipes. After 3 days I ended up with a viscous mess. They were yellow beets, and pulling them out of the brine/slime they

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[lovelikeyeast]

Mmmm! That cabbage is so beautiful. Also, I really enjoyed those delicious brussels sprouts and cukes.

The beets issue is a mystery to me.

I am afraid of the potato cheese, but totally intrigued. It sure works well as a bread starter, so seems a good medium for things to bloom (for better or for worse).

Thanks for the updates and pics!