In my latest News from Mary’s Nest, I answer a question many viewers have asked: why do I sometimes use a canning lid for my ferments and other times a coffee filter? In the video I explain the benefits and best uses for both types of fermentation covers, and offer practical tips so you can choose the right cover for your batch.
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Table of Contents
- The importance of seasonal eating
- More Fermenting Recipe Videos
- More News from Mary’s Nest
- Download Your Free 36-Page Pantry List
- The Modern Pioneer Cookbook
- Join the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy
- Shop for items used in this blog post or video
The importance of seasonal eating
I also share a favorite book, The 3-Season Diet, and explain why our food supply and digestion often align better with three seasons rather than four. Watch the YouTube video to learn how seasonal eating supports digestion and overall health.
More Fermenting Recipe Videos
If you’re new to fermentation, sauerkraut is a great place to start—simple, reliable, and full of probiotics. I also offer several fermented carrot recipes and step-by-step videos so you can experiment with textures and flavors.
- How to Make Homemade Sauerkraut – A Probiotic-Rich Side Dish for Gut Health
- How to Make Fermented Carrots – Probiotic-Rich Food for Gut Health
- How to Make Fermented Carrot Sticks
- Fermented Ginger Carrots – An Easy Probiotic-Rich Recipe
You can ferment condiments too—ketchup, mustard, hot sauce, and salsa all make excellent fermented versions that boost flavor and gut health.
- Simple Fermented Ketchup Recipe That Tastes Like Store-Bought
- Easy Homemade Fermented Mustard – 3 Tasty Recipes
- How to Make the BEST Fermented Hot Sauce – With a Special Ingredient
- How to Make Fermented Salsa – Step-by-Step for Beginners
More News from Mary’s Nest
Find more News from Mary’s Nest videos on my YouTube channel. Below are a few highlights from past videos covering family, kitchen tips, and seasonal projects.
- News from Mary’s Nest: Meet the Family Dog and a Vintage Cookbook Chat
- News from Mary’s Nest: Apple & Pear Fruit Scrap Vinegar and an Australian Shout-Out
- Q & A About How to Make Oat Flour & More – News from Mary’s Nest
- Meal Plan Challenge, Lots of Aprons, and More
Download Your Free 36-Page Pantry List
For a comprehensive list of traditional foods to make or buy for your pantry, download my free 36-page Traditional Foods Pantry List. The eBook includes links to recipes, videos, and helpful articles to build a well-stocked, nourishing kitchen.
- FREE 36-Page Traditional Foods Pantry List – Printable Pantry Staples
If you prefer a printed cookbook with traditional-foods recipes, consider my bestselling book, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook, which focuses on seasonal ingredients and from-scratch techniques.
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The Modern Pioneer Cookbook
Seasonal ingredients, traditional techniques, and nourishing recipes. Over 85 traditional, from-scratch recipes! Learn how to use simple ingredients and time-tested methods to cook the modern pioneer way.
Join the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy
If you want more traditional-foods videos and live content, join the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy. Members get access to exclusive videos, live streams, and other perks, including a special badge on YouTube comments.
Members-only content includes videos like “How to Stock Your Traditional Foods Pantry,” which walks through staples and storage tips.
- The Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy – Stocking the Traditional Foods Pantry (Parts 1 and 2)
Shop for items used in this blog post or video
Favorite Kitchen Supplies
- Favorite Aprons
- Whisk
- Silica Gel Packets (help reduce moisture)
- Cast Iron Dutch Oven
- 8-Quart Slow Cooker
- Fat Separator
- Flour Sack Towels
Recommended Reading
- The Modern Pioneer Cookbook (my cookbook)
- Nourishing Traditions
- The Art of Fermentation
- Wild Fermentation (2nd edition)
- The 3-Season Diet