Beet Kvass

**Recipe makes half-gallon 

Ingredients

• 2-4 red or golden beets (pending on size) 

• 1 tbs sea salt 

• Water 

• Starter: such as sauerkraut brine, kimchi brine, etc (optional) 

Instructions

1. Clean your beets well to remove dirt and debris. Remove the ends of the beets, but keep the skins on.

2. Slice the beets into ½ inch pieces and place them in your jar or vessel.

3. Using a second container mix the water and salt until it is dissolved.

4. Pour over the beets until they are well covered with the brine.

5. Optional: Add herbs, ginger root, or lemon for a more diverse flavor. Cover with a lid and leave to ferment for 2-4 days.