• Two large glass fermentation jars of homemade sauerkraut on a rustic wooden counter. One jar contains Lemon Turmeric Thyme sauerkraut with lemon wedges and fresh thyme sprigs, and the other contains Smoky Chipotle Onion sauerkraut with a rich red color. Both jars are sealed with white lids and airlocks.
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    Fermenting My First Homemade Sauerkraut: Unique Flavors at 6 Weeks

    September 27, 2025

    Fermenting My First Homemade Sauerkraut: Unique Flavors at 6 Weeks If you’ve ever wanted to try fermenting but felt a little intimidated, let me tell you—if I can do it, you can too. This coming Monday marks six full weeks since I set up my very first homemade sauerkraut, and I’m itching to crack those jars open. I didn’t just make plain ol’ kraut either. Nope, I went all in with two bold and unique flavors: Lemon Turmeric Thyme Sauerkraut and Smoky Chipotle Onion Sauerkraut. The Fermentation Setup I found a deal I couldn’t pass up—two gallon-sized fermentation jars with…