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Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a versatile kitchen staple known for its numerous health benefits, including aiding digestion, lowering blood sugar levels, and even contributing to weight loss. Instead of buying it, you can easily make your own ACV at home using apple peels and cores. Not only is this a great way to utilize kitchen scraps, but it also ensures you have a natural, preservative-free product. Here’s how you can make your own apple cider vinegar:
Ingredients:
Apple peels and cores (from about 6 large apples)
2 tablespoons of sugar (optional, depending on your preference for fermenting)
Filtered water
1 large glass jar
Equipment:
Cheesecloth or coffee filter
Rubber band or string
Instructions:
Prepare the Apples:
Collect the peels and cores from approximately 6 large apples. Make sure the apples are organic if possible, to avoid pesticides and chemicals. Wash them thoroughly before peeling and coring.
Start the Fermentation Process:
Place the apple peels and cores in a clean, large glass jar.
Dissolve the sugar in a bit of warm water and pour it over the apple scraps. Sugar aids the fermentation process, but you can reduce the amount or leave it out if you prefer a slower fermentation.
Add enough filtered water to cover the apple pieces completely.
Cover the Jar:
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