Fermented Apple Cider Vinegar

Homemade apple cider vinegar is a delicious and versatile pantry staple that's easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can create a flavorful vinegar that's perfect for dressings, marinades, and more.

Apple cider vinegar has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments. It's said to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral properties, and it's also a good source of probiotics. In recent years, apple cider vinegar has become increasingly popular as a health food, and it's now commonly used as a salad dressing, marinade, or tonic.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 14 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups organic apples, cored and sliced
• 1 gallon filtered water
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar with the mother

Instructions

1. In a large glass jar, combine the sliced apples, water, honey, and vinegar.
2. Cover the jar with a cheesecloth and secure it with a rubber band.
3. Place the jar in a warm, dark place.
4. Stir the contents of the jar daily.
5. After 2 weeks, strain the vinegar into a clean glass jar.
6. Store the vinegar in a cool, dark place.
7. Use the vinegar as desired.

Why It Works

• The combination of apples, water, honey, and vinegar creates a perfect environment for the growth of beneficial bacteria.
• The warm, dark place allows the bacteria to ferment the apples and produce醋酸.
• The cheesecloth cover allows air to circulate, but keeps out contaminants.
• Stirring the vinegar daily helps to distribute the bacteria and nutrients throughout the liquid.
• After 2 weeks, the vinegar is ready to be strained and bottled.