This edition had all images removed.

Title: Making Fermented Pickles

Series Title: United States. Dept. of Agriculture. Farmers' Bulletin No. 1438

Note: Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Tom Cosmas produced from materials made
available at The Internet Archive.

Summary: "Making Fermented Pickles" by Edwin LeFevre is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for housewives and producers interested in pickling vegetables in brine, focusing specifically on various types of cucumber pickles and sauerkraut. Its aim is to provide essential information, techniques, and tips for successful home and small-scale pickle production. The book discusses the process of brining, which involves immersing vegetables in a saline solution to preserve them through fermentation. LeFevre explains the equipment and supplies needed for the pickling process, covering different types of pickles such as salt, sour, sweet, dill, and mixed varieties. The text provides detailed instructions on the fermentation process, the importance of maintaining brine strength, and troubleshooting common issues like soft pickles or spoilage. Additionally, it highlights the chemistry behind preservation, the role of various ingredients, and the specific requirements for other vegetables included in mixed pickles and sauerkraut. Overall, it serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art of pickling and food preservation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: LeFevre, Edwin

EBook No.: 48722

Published: Apr 17, 2015

Downloads: 114

Language: English

Subject: Canning and preserving

Subject: Pickles

LoCC: Technology: Chemical technology

LoCC: Technology: Home economics

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Making Fermented Pickles

Series Title: United States. Dept. of Agriculture. Farmers' Bulletin No. 1438

Note: Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Tom Cosmas produced from materials made
available at The Internet Archive.

Summary: "Making Fermented Pickles" by Edwin LeFevre is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for housewives and producers interested in pickling vegetables in brine, focusing specifically on various types of cucumber pickles and sauerkraut. Its aim is to provide essential information, techniques, and tips for successful home and small-scale pickle production. The book discusses the process of brining, which involves immersing vegetables in a saline solution to preserve them through fermentation. LeFevre explains the equipment and supplies needed for the pickling process, covering different types of pickles such as salt, sour, sweet, dill, and mixed varieties. The text provides detailed instructions on the fermentation process, the importance of maintaining brine strength, and troubleshooting common issues like soft pickles or spoilage. Additionally, it highlights the chemistry behind preservation, the role of various ingredients, and the specific requirements for other vegetables included in mixed pickles and sauerkraut. Overall, it serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art of pickling and food preservation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: LeFevre, Edwin

EBook No.: 48722

Published: Apr 17, 2015

Downloads: 114

Language: English

Subject: Canning and preserving

Subject: Pickles

LoCC: Technology: Chemical technology

LoCC: Technology: Home economics

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.