Fermenting For Dummies Paperback – October 7, 2013

This book is a wonderful introduction to the joy of fermenting. I'm not a beginner, but still fairly new at this. I've read this book pretty much cover to cover, because it is so enjoyable. The recipes range nicely from super easy (e.g.: buttermilk and kvass) to more complicated (e.g.: miso soup), but nothing over the top.Pros:- Simple, but not overly simple.- Nice overview of what's possible.Cons:- Typos (see corrections below), and no corrections on dummies.com. (As mentioned by other reviewers)- The writers seem to have been in a hurry to finish this book, so some recipes have missing steps, or are confusing. (As mentioned by other reviewers)- Many recipes are vegan, without giving an easier non vegan alternative. (Note: There are whole sections on dairy and meat)- The part about beer brewing is quite confusing for a beginning brewmeister. Interesting, but confusing.My corrections: (Please let me know if this is helpful and I'll keep updating this list as I go through the book.)- Kvass (page 215): Error: 1/4 cup of mixed chopped beets and apples. Correction: 1/4 of JAR. See for example http://www.greenkitchenstories.com/fermented-fruit-kvass/- Kombucha (pages 224 & 226): Error: The SCOBY should rise during fermentation. Correction: No worries, the SCOBY can do anything it wants and make great Kombucha. (https://www.culturesforhealth.com/kombucha-troubleshooting-frequently-asked-questions-faq search for "float").My recommendations:- For Kombucha, don't use this book, but go straight to: http://www.culturesforhealth.com/obtaining-a-kombucha-scoby and grow a scoby from a bottle of raw kombucha. It's FUN! (I used GT original raw Kombucha)

I love that this book includes recipes. If you are new to fermenting, it would be a good idea to read up on how to do it first before you eat something that may make you sick. This book pretty much covers everything you need to know to Ferment successfully!

Liked it for making simple pickled things, although I was not expecting to have to buy commercial starters for others.....what did we do before there were these commercial items??

I like all of the "Dummies" books I have bought. This one is no different. It gives great information without all of the double speak that usually goes along with this type of information.

My daughter is a master fermenter but this book had much to say that we didn't know.

Good book good price

Great format. Information is easy to understand yet still comprehensive in information. Inspirational, too. I want to get more items to start making my own yogurt!

Clear, concise and detailed. I enjoyed it cover to cover!

Excellent book, very informative covering a wide range of fermenting products.

Excellent

I've always been interested in learning the ins and outs of fermenting. I eat a lot of fermented foods and usually just buy them. This book helps to explain in easy to understand language how I can do this myself. Plus there are so many other awesome options for fermenting that you can't buy in the store. LOVE THIS BOOK!Thanks!Briana

Lots of good information and it's easy to follow.

Good starter book